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LDH News
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OCDD-OIDD Name Change Fact Sheet
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LDH reports illnesses associated with raw milk consumption
The Louisiana Department of Health is investigating a cluster of illnesses after consumption of unpasteurized (raw) milk and encouraging residents to be aware of potential health risks associated with consuming raw milk.
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LDH opens applications for Capital Improvement and Telehealth Infrastructure funding opportunities for Louisiana rural providers
Applications are now open for two new funding opportunities through the Louisiana Department of Health’s Office of Rural Health Transformation and Sustainability: the Capital Improvement Program and the Telehealth Infrastructure Program.
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Ahead of Father's Day, LDH reminds families to make water safety a priority
As Louisiana families head to pools, lakes, rivers, and fishing spots this Father's Day weekend, the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is reminding parents and caregivers to make water safety part of their plans.
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Rate Study Mini-Summit postponed
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LDH strengthens Medicaid provider oversight and program integrity safeguards
The initiative includes more frequent reviews of high-risk providers, expanded provider verification requirements, enhanced monitoring and data analytics, and closer coordination with state and federal program integrity partners. The measures align with federal requirements and reflect LDH’s ongoing commitment to accountability and responsible stewardship of public resources.
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LDH advises Louisianans to discard Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula
LDH is advising parents, caregivers, and health care providers that Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula is recalling its infant formula because it may be contaminated with the bacteria Clostridium botulinum, which can make infants sick. No cases of infant botulism have been identified in Louisiana.
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Louisiana Carrot Initiative now available at Walmart stores statewide
The Louisiana Carrot Initiative is now available at all Louisiana Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market locations, expanding access to healthy food incentives for SNAP recipients statewide.
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LDH awards second round of H.E.R.O. Fund grants
15 grant awards totaling $4,656,720 will support projects in every region of the state and are expected to result in 541 newly credentialed professionals joining the health care workforce.
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Louisiana Department of Health establishes minimum qualification standards for Louisiana sign language interpreters
Registration will be required to provide sign language interpreting services in Louisiana. Interpreters and service providers will have until January 1, 2027, to comply with the new requirements.
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Louisiana opens applications for Rural Clinician Credit Bank
The Rural Clinician Credit Bank provides matching funds to eligible rural health care providers for recruitment and retention incentives including sign-on bonuses, retention bonuses, relocation assistance and professional training.