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The goal of these events is to provide information about the COVID-19 vaccine, dispel myths and answer direct questions from participants. The dialogue will also focus on equitable health outcomes for all Louisianans, especially the African American community who has been disproportionately impacted by COVID-19.

No LANG-operated sites will be open in Region 5 (Southwest), Region 6 (Cenla), Region 7 (Northwest Louisiana) and Region 9 (Northshore).

All Louisiana residents ages 18 and older are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The Pfizer vaccine is available to anyone 16 years and older.

To authorize licensed phlebotomists to administer the Pfizer, Moderna, and Janssen COVID-19 vaccines by protocol in lieu of a patient-specific order from a physician or prescribing practioner.

All Louisianans 16 years old or older will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine beginning Monday, March 29, following news from the federal government that Louisiana’s allocation of vaccine doses will significantly increase next week, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced today.

Commercial Body Art Facility Restrictions - COVID-19 Phase 3

Today, Louisiana officially surpassed 10,000 people who have died from COVID-19, just over a year from when the state recorded its first COVID-19 death. The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed 10,030 people have died in its Monday COVID-19 data update.

If you have been exposed or have symptoms of COVID-19, get tested. And, when it is your turn, consider getting the COVID-19 vaccine.

This week, 652 vaccine providers across the state will receive very limited doses of COVID vaccine. These providers include national and independent pharmacies, public health providers, clinics and physician offices, hospitals and others.