Louisiana 988 Helpline
All of us need help sometimes, free of stigma. An easy call or text to the Louisiana 988 helpline ensures everyone has confidential access to quality emotional support, no matter the cause. The helpline works and helps thousands of people every day. Learn more at Louisiana988.org.
Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) in Louisiana
The Louisiana Department of Health is seeking provider and stakeholder engagement, feedback and partnership for a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) funding opportunity focused on improving maternal health.
Women's Health and Community Health
LDH's new Office of Women's Health and Community Health (OWHCH) is dedicated to improving women's health outcomes including needs throughout a woman's life, chronic or acute conditions, access to healthcare, how poverty impacts women's health, leading causes of morbidity and mortality, and health disparities.
Stronger Immunities Build Stronger Communities
Thanks to routine vaccines, we can maintain stronger immune systems to protect against serious and preventable diseases. Learn about immunizations and the diseases they prevent, access your vaccine records and more.
FY 2023 Business Plan Outcomes Report
The Louisiana Department of Health has released its annual Outcomes Report detailing the results of key initiatives and policy goals for FY2023. LDH was successful in completing 91.1% of its 45 goals and 92.5% of its 253 deliverables outlined in the FY 2023 LDH business plan titled "Invest: Teaming Up for a Stronger LDH and a Healthier Louisiana".
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September 27, 2024
Free testing kits available to well owners impacted by Hurricane Francine
September 25, 2024
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September 18, 2024
The symposium will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Southern University at Shreveport, Alphonse Jackson Building Auditorium, 3050 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Shreveport.
September 13, 2024
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September 10, 2024
The order took effect on September 10 and is in effect until October 10.
August 31, 2024
In response to this closure, Jefferson Parish Health Unit-Metairie (111 N. Causeway Blvd.) and Jefferson Parish Health Unit-Marrero (1855 Ames Blvd.) are expanding their hours to meet the needs of residents.
August 22, 2024
LDH is lifting 'do not use' advisory; residents must flush their systems before using or drinking water
August 20, 2024
Preliminary testing results have shown paraquat remains in one area of the water system that is at the system's end point.
August 15, 2024
A water line break on Highway 603 near Verhagen Road resulted in drinking water being exposed to the chemical paraquat.
August 12, 2024
This new waiver would allow Louisiana Medicaid to provide approved services such as substance use treatment, case management and a 30-day supply of all prescription medications to eligible individuals upon release from incarceration.