LDH News

For National Immunization Awareness Month, improving vaccination rates in Louisiana is a top priority
August 15, 2022
Dr. Courtney N. Phillips, Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health, says preventing infectious diseases is one key area of improvement for the health of Louisiana residents.

Hurricane Prep series: LDH offers tips to help Louisiana residents protect themselves and others during extreme heat conditions
August 12, 2022
As Louisiana continues to be under heat advisories, the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is offering tips and strategies to help residents protect themselves and others during extreme heat conditions.

LDH closes molluscan shellfish growing waters in area 15 due to Terrebonne Bay oil spill
August 10, 2022
This is a precautionary closure due to an oil spill in Terrebonne Bay potentially affecting the health of oysters in a portion of molluscan shellfish growing area 15.

FDA authorizes alternative dosing regimen for monkeypox vaccine - increasing doses available for use in adults by up to 5-fold without compromising quality or safety

August 10, 2022
The U..S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) allowing healthcare providers to use an alternative dosing regimen of the JYNNEOS vaccine for individuals 18 years of age and older determined to be at high risk of monkeypox infection. This will increase the total number of doses available for use by up to five-fold.

LDH issues public health notice following oil spill in Terrebonne Bay
August 10, 2022
People engaging in recreational activities in Terrebonne Bay and the Lake Pelto area need to be aware of the oil spill and take precautions.

LDH's breastfeeding peer counselors share accomplishments, stories to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month
August 08, 2022
Strengthening LDH programs that target enhanced breastfeeding practices and quality of care in Louisiana hospitals holds the potential to improve the lives of mothers and their babies across Louisiana, and particularly among vulnerable populations that have faced historical barriers.

Hurricane Prep series: LDH encourages the public to take extra precautions when using generators to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning
July 28, 2022
With hurricane season underway, the Louisiana Department of Health reminds the public about how to safely use a generator to avoid carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning in the event of a power outage.

CDC recommends Novavax's COVID-19 vaccine for adults ages 18 and older
July 26, 2022
Unlike the mRNA vaccines developed by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, the Novavax vaccine is a protein-based shot.

Louisiana Medicaid awards more than $673,000 to 2 universities to conduct research in key areas
July 22, 2022
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.

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'
July 21, 2022
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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