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SNAP Waiver
The SNAP Food Restriction Waiver, effective February 18, 2026, introduces additional restrictions prohibiting the purchase of specific sugar-laden items to encourage a more nutritious diet and improve public health outcomes.
Working Together for a Healthier Louisiana.
LDH Shareholder Meeting
The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) held its first LDH Annual Shareholder Meeting on January 21, 2026, offering Louisiana residents a transparent, accessible overview of the Department’s progress and priorities.
Rural Health Transformation Program
Louisiana will receive over $208 million through the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) - among the highest in the Nation, and among the top three in the Southeast.
Project M.O.M.
Through Project M.O.M. (Maternal Overdose Mortality), LDH aims to reduce pregnancy‑associated opioid overdose deaths by 80% within three years and protect infants from loss or foster care placement.
Making a Difference for Louisiana Residents
61,819/mo
Families being served nutritious WIC food benefits such as fruits, vegetables, milk, eggs, cheese, whole grains, and beans.
Monthly data, CY 2024
4,532/mo
Infants tested for genetic and metabolic conditions.
Approximate Monthly Data
100,000/yr
Inspections performed per year across Louisiana establishments.
Approximate Annual Data
37,000/yr
Establishments across the state with permits issued by LDH’s Sanitarian Services.
Approximate Annual Data
$29.1M
Funding for water system infrastructure upgrades.
Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund, FY 2024News from the Department
LDH expands the Louisiana Carrot Initiative to East Baton Rouge and Orleans parishes
The initiative provides Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients with a 30-cent bonus for every dollar spent on fresh produce at participating retailers.
LDH confirms ninth winter storm-related death
LDH confirms additional winter storm-related death, updates classification for previously reported death
LDH confirms five additional winter storm-related deaths
Surgeon General Evelyn Griffin, MD
Learn more about Dr. Griffin