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CDC recommends Novavax's COVID-19 vaccine for adults ages 18 and older
Unlike the mRNA vaccines developed by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, the Novavax vaccine is a protein-based shot.
LDH News
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Louisiana Medicaid awards more than $673,000 to 2 universities to conduct research in key areas
The awards are part of the Louisiana Department of Health's inaugural Public University Partnership Program (PUPP). Forging new strategic partnerships with Louisiana's public universities and colleges is a key initiative in the Fiscal Year 2022 LDH Business Plan.
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Louisiana Department of Health, Where Y'Art Works host creative COVID-19 vaccine event showcasing Louisiana artists illustrating what it means to 'Bring Back Louisiana'
The fun-filled event will take place from 4-8 p.m. at the Where Y'Art Works gallery located at 1901 Royal St. in New Orleans.
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RFI: Nursing Home Resident Emergency Preparedness Data Solution
This RFI is being issued for the purpose of gathering information from vendors, stakeholders, and other entities who can contribute to innovative approaches and identify opportunities for HSS related to this procurement for Emergency Preparedness. HSS wishes to procure an all-inclusive portal that will be dynamic for PC or mobile device usage for providers and employees from various State and local agencies.
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LDH identifies 3 more monkeypox cases in Louisiana residents, bringing case total to 6
All individuals are from LDH Region 1 (Orleans, Plaquemines, Jefferson, St. Bernard). No further information will be shared about these cases to protect the patients' privacy.
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LDH identifies two more monkeypox cases in Louisiana residents
The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is reporting two new cases of monkeypox infection in Louisiana residents. Both individuals are from LDH Region 1 (Orleans, Plaquemines, Jefferson, St. Bernard). No further information will be shared about these cases to protect the patients' privacy.
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LDH identifies first monkeypox case in a Louisiana resident
The Louisiana Department of Health is reporting the first detected case of monkeypox infection in a Louisiana resident. This individual is from LDH Region 1 (Orleans, Plaquemines, Jefferson, St. Bernard).
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Public health notice: LDH notifies public of updated EPA drinking water advisories
PFAS chemicals have long-term persistence in the environment and have been found in some drinking water supplies.
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LDH surveillance finding high numbers of mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus
The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) has received reports of West Nile virus present in more than 175 mosquito pools this year, a number much higher than last year at this time, when 13 pools tested positive.
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Louisiana Medicaid expands dental care coverage for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities
Louisiana Medicaid is expanding its comprehensive dental care to adults ages 21 and up with intellectual or developmental disabilities who are enrolled in the New Opportunities Waiver, Residential Options Waiver or the Supports Waiver.
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Louisiana Department of Health encourages everyone to get tested on National HIV Testing Day, Monday, June 27
You can get tested at our community-sponsored events or parish health units. Additionally, a full list of screening site locations, dates and times is available at LouisianaHealthHub.org.
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Louisiana Department of Health advises owners to prepare private water wells for hurricane season
Private wells are not regulated in Louisiana, leaving well owners responsible for all facets of disaster preparedness, protection and maintenance of their well.