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Oyster Harvesting
Effective official sunset on March 14, 2026, Basin 12 is CLOSED to oyster harvesting based on the reporting of oil sheen in these areas from the recent LOOP oil spill. LDH will monitor the situation and determine a re-opening date.
Working Together for a Healthier Louisiana.
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.
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
Louisiana Department of Health mourns the passing of former Medicaid Director Ruth Kennedy
Ruth Kennedy dedicated more than 40 years to public service at LDH, where she played a central role in expanding health care access for Louisiana residents.
OPH Bureau of Engineering Services launches new public records information management system
Louisiana Department of Health implements SNAP healthy food waiver
LDH launches Project M.O.M.'s inaugural catalyst site hospitals
Surgeon General Evelyn Griffin, MD
Learn more about Dr. Griffin