Gov. John Bel Edwards applauds Friday as Bayou Bend Health System CEO Stephanie Guidry cuts a ceremonial ribbon to open the Franklin hospital's new Wellness Center. The 60,000-square-foot, $22 million facility was conceived to improve health outcomes in St. Mary by offering exercise, therapy and education. Shown to Guidry's left are state Sen. Bret Allain and former state Rep. Sam Jones. Behind Edwards is state Rep. Vincent St. Blanc.
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UPDATED WITH STORY: Wellness Center will be watched for impact on St. Mary's health
FRANKLIN -- It's a gym. It's a place to do yoga. It's a pool and a snack bar, a place to stay well and get better.