Prenatal Vitamins: Why They Matter

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Prenatal Vitamins: Why They Matter

March 18, 2026

Prenatal vitamins are daily supplements containing essential vitamins and minerals such as folic acid, iron and calcium. They are designed to support a healthy pregnancy, aid fetal development and prevent birth defects.

Most doctors recommend prenatal vitamins for women who are pregnant or trying to conceive, as well as women who have recently given birth and are still lactating. Taking a prenatal vitamin ensures you have all of the extra nutrients you need for you and your baby’s health during pregnancy.

Folic acid plays a key role in the development of the baby’s brain and spinal cord and helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects. Iron supports the production of additional blood needed during pregnancy and helps deliver oxygen to the baby through the placenta—an essential process for brain development, healthy birth weight, and overall growth. Calcium is important for building strong bones and teeth and also supports the proper functioning of nerves, muscles, and blood vessels in both mother and baby.

Taking prenatal vitamins daily is an easy and important step toward a healthy pregnancy and a strong start for your baby.

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Iberia Medical Center Recognized with Prestigious Wound Care Center of Distinction Award

Jun 23, 2025
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Iberia Medical Center is proud to announce that the Advanced Wound Center (AWC) at Iberia Medical Center has been awarded the prestigious Center of Distinction award. This national award recognizes the center’s commitment to excellence in wound healing and exceptional patient outcomes.

To earn this distinction, the Advanced Wound Center at Iberia Medical Center achieved outstanding clinical outcomes for twelve consecutive months, including a patient satisfaction rate of over 92 percent, a wound healing rate of greater than 92 percent, and an average days-to-heal of less than 28 days. These results place the center among the top-performing wound care centers in the nation.

“This award reflects the compassion and level of care provided to patients from our wound care team,” said Dionne Viator, CEO. “We are honored to be recognized for our commitment to exceptional patient outcomes and dedication demonstrated by the Center’s physicians, leaders, and clinicians.”

To learn more about the Advanced Wound Center at Iberia Medical Center: https://www.iberiamedicalcenter.com/services/wound-care