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LDH recognizes 35 birthing hospitals achieving Louisiana Birth Ready Designation
This recognition is awarded to hospitals that have committed to quality improvement practices aimed at enhancing birth outcomes for mothers in Louisiana.
LDH News
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LDH unveils new Central Louisiana State Hospital facility
The state-of-the-art facility provides care for up to 116 patients with severe and persistent mental illnesses, with a focus on rehabilitation and preparing patients for success.
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Louisiana Surgeon General: Restoring Trust in Public Health Starts with Restoring Trust in Medicine
A Message from Louisiana Surgeon General Ralph L. Abraham, MD
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Applications open for the Louisiana Doula Registry
Once registered, doulas may be able to be reimbursed by insurance providers for up to $1,500 per pregnancy.
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Louisiana Department of Health launches pilot program to streamline ER utilization
The pilot program extends medical services from LDH's six Medicaid managed care organizations to patient residences via urgent mobile care provided by Acadian Health.
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LDH recalls oysters and closes Oyster Harvesting Area 3
Fifteen people became ill with norovirus-like illness after eating the Louisiana oysters at several New Orleans restaurants between January 15 and January 31. The illnesses were not life-threatening, but two people were hospitalized.
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LDH confirms two winter weather-related deaths
During extreme winter weather, LDH urges residents to stay safe.
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Louisiana Department of Health advises safety precautions ahead of winter freeze
LDH advises residents to stay indoors during extreme cold and to seek shelter if you are unhoused.
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Louisiana Department of Health announces $15 million in funding to train healthcare workforce
The Healthcare Employment Reinvestment Opportunity (H.E.R.O.) provides matching grants to universities, technical colleges, healthcare systems, hospitals, agencies and associations working to grow the healthcare pipeline in Louisiana.
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LDH confirms 1 winter weather-related death
The death of a 65-year-old male from Rapides Parish was due to hypothermia and confirmed by the coroner as weather-related.
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LDH reports first U.S. H5N1-related human death
The patient was over the age of 65 and was reported to have underlying medical conditions.
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Medicaid Annual Reports
Annual reports from Louisiana's Medicaid program (Bureau of Health Services Financing).