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Secure .gov websites use HTTPS LDH is moving forward with a plan to distribute food benefits on EBT cards tomorrow. If the USDA, who administers the SNAP program, is prepared and ready to move money into states’ accounts this evening, we will use federal dollars to fund SNAP recipients’ accounts. If they are not ready, LDH will proceed with our state-funded program to provide food assistance to the elderly, the disabled, and households with children through their existing EBT cards.
Working Together for a Healthier Louisiana.
SNAP
Due to the federal government shutdown in Washington, D.C., SNAP benefits will not be issued for November 2025. SNAP benefit issuance will resume once the federal government reopens in Washington, D.C.
Rural Health Transformation Program
LDH is seeking input from hospitals, healthcare providers, academic institutions, CBOs, technology suppliers, and rural residents on strategies to address challenges in delivering rural healthcare.
Get a Game Plan
Know how to prepare for an emergency this hurricane season. Make a plan, prepare an emergency kit, and stay informed on how to best keep you and your loved ones safe.
Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
Increasing number of whooping cough cases could result in a record-high number of cases for 2025—more than has been seen annually in the state for at least 35 years.
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 announces state-funded emergency SNAP assistance distribution schedule, SNAP staff furloughs
LDH is announcing the distribution schedule for state-funded emergency assistance to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) households that include the elderly, disabled, or children. Households consisting only of able-bodied adults will not receive state-funded emergency assistance.
LDH announces state-funded assistance for vulnerable SNAP population
LDH announces no new SNAP benefits will be available starting November 1
Louisiana Department of Health urges residents to avoid botox injections from unlicensed sources and non-medical settings
Surgeon General Ralph L. Abraham, M.D.
Learn more about Dr. Abraham