Service Results for Emergency Preparedness
2020 Health Alert Network Messages
2020 Health Alert Network Messages Regarding COVID-19.
2021 Health Alert Network Messages
2021 Health Alert Network Messages published by the Louisiana Department of Health
Crisis System of Care
The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH)/Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) is in the process of expanding upon and restructuring the Medicaid service delivery system related to crisis services.
Division of Safety/Security & Administrative Services
Welcome to the LDH Division of Safety/SecConurity & Administrative Services webpage! This site is set up for LDH Emergency Preparedness Designees, Safety Coordinators/Officers, Agency/Facility Property Managers/Liaisons, Contracts & Procurement Coordinators, Lease Coordinators, Pcard Holders, and Telecommunication Coordinators/Liaisons to obtain information regarding safety in the workplace, emergency preparedness planning, and to obtain the latest forms and policies affecting their respective areas of expertise.
Flood Related Information & Resources
Flood related resources
Media & Communications
The Bureau of Media & Communications (BMAC) coordinates the Department's public information efforts. BMAC maintains the Department's brand through its New Media Initiative, public website and published materials.
Restore Louisiana
Were you or someone you know affected by the 2016 floods? The Restore Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Program is dedicated to helping homeowners affected by the March and/or August 2016 floods repair and restore their damaged homes, or get reimbursed for work already completed. In order to qualify for the program, you must complete a quick survey.
Senate Resolution 59 Outreach/Educational Webinars
Senate Resolution 59 sponsored by Senator Bernard requested that the Office of Public Health study and submit a report relative to health care infrastructure needs in Louisiana. A formal letter is attached from the Assistant Secretary of OPH, Kim Hood.
St. Joseph Water
Gov. John Bel Edwards issued a Public Health Emergency for the Town of St. Joseph in North Louisiana. Residents are advised to use an alternative source for drinking water. On Dec. 15, 2016 test results conducted by the Office of Public Health showed elevated levels of lead in two samples – a private residence and the Town Hall. Also, there were two other sites with elevated levels of copper – both were private residences.