2015 Peoples Health Champions

At age 84, Dr. Charles Brown accepted a request from the NFL to help address prescription drug abuse among players, applying his decades of medical expertise to protect athlete health and safety.

At age 65, Sharron Ayers pledged to run a half marathon in every U.S. state, turning a personal goal into a nationwide journey of endurance and inspiration.

At age 69, Wayne Ducote achieved the greatest victory of his auto racing career, earning his first Gold Cup award at the world-famous Sebring International Raceway in Florida.

At age 68, Jeanette Bell opened her first teaching garden in the New Orleans area, promoting hands-on learning and healthy eating for local children and families.

At age 85, Hazel Addison won first place in the Intergenerational Jitterbug Competition at the Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown in New Orleans, dazzling the crowd with her energy and rhythm.

At age 68, Louis Joseph honored the memory of a fallen soldier from Tangipahoa Parish, ensuring the legacy of service and sacrifice was preserved for future generations.

At age 71, Fabio Canton expanded behavioral health services for New Orleans families by adding a full-time education coordinator to his organization, improving outreach and support for those in need.

At age 74, Edyth Trail heli-skied for the first time, descending untouched snow from a remote mountain in British Columbia and proving adventure has no age limit.

At age 91, Willie Bader brought American history to life for students at Ponchatoula High School, captivating teens with a two-day lecture that made the past feel personal and relevant.

At age 80, Frank Nicoladis added a new line of business to the company he founded in 1969, demonstrating that innovation and growth can thrive well into retirement.