OpioidHelpLa
Prescription opioids are highly addictive and can be deadly. Protect yourself and loved ones click to learn the facts and treatment options covered by Medicaid.
Request Records Online
Making requests for public records is now easier than ever. Submit and track your requests at this new portal.
Combat Hepatitis C
Department taking steps to implement a subscription payment model for Hepatitis C medication.
New Medicaid System
New Medicaid eligibility and enrollment system improves customer service, boosts efficiency and creates a more accurate and immediate approval process.
Fight the Flu
According to Centers for Disease Prevention and Control data, Louisiana is among the states with the highest levels of flu activity so far this season. Because of this, the Louisiana Department of Health is encouraging people to not delay in getting a flu shot. Getting vaccinated not only protects you from the flu, but it also protects those around you, including those who are more vulnerable to serious flu illness.
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April 04, 2019
Throughout April, the Louisiana Department of Health’s Bureau of Minority Health Access and Promotions is co-sponsoring the national Active and Healthy Challenge that encourages individuals, especially racial and ethnic minorities, to work physical activity into their daily and weekly schedules.
April 03, 2019
Many people struggle to find the right words to start the conversation about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). April is Louisiana STD Awareness Month, with the theme of “Start the Conversation — About STDs.” Its slogan is, “It doesn’t matter how, it just matters that you do. Start the conversation!”
April 02, 2019
The Louisiana Department of Health’s Office of Public Health is sponsoring a community-wide presentation of the County Health Rankings from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 3 on the second floor of the Rapides Foundation Building, 1101 Fourth St. #200, Alexandria.
April 02, 2019
“Accreditation demonstrates that the state health department has been rigorously examined and meets or exceeds national standards that promote continuous quality improvement for public health,” said Dr. Alexander Billioux, assistant secretary of the Office of Public Health.
April 01, 2019
“Effective April 1, 2019 through December 31, 2019, recipients with a household income of less than or equal to $800 per month will not be subject to a pharmacy copay. For full text of the emergency rule, please click here.”
March 29, 2019
During National Public Health Week, health departments and other healthcare entities around the country celebrate the power of prevention, advocate for health and fair policies, share strategies for successful partnerships and champion the role of a strong public health system.
March 27, 2019
This system electronically records and documents precisely the type of service performed, the individual receiving the service, the date of the service, the location of service delivery, the individual providing the service, and the time the service begins and ends.