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DHH Continues Pandemic Planning, Readies for Potential Re-emergence of H1N1 Virus in Flu Season
BATON ROUGE—With the H1NI flu (swine flu) virus outbreak declared as a stage six pandemic by the World Health Organization, state health officials are ramping up efforts to prepare for the possibility of a more widespread pandemic striking Louisiana.
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National Health Service Corps Expands Investment in Health Care Workforce in Underserved Areas
BATON ROUGE — The federal government plans to expand investments in pay incentives for doctors and other health care professionals to work in Health Professional Shortage Areas throughout the country, including here in Louisiana.
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SBHC 2007-2008 Annual Services Report
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MCH Data Book 2001-2005
The 2001-2005 MCH data book is a compilation of what are believed to be the most important and useful indicators related to the health status of Louisiana's mothers and children.
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Immunization Requirements Changing for Students in Fall 2009
BATON ROUGE, La.— Now that the 2008-2009 school year has ended in Louisiana, it’s time for parents to start on some summer homework for their kids’ health.
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Clinics Statewide to Offer Free Blood Pressure Screening, Stroke Education, Medicaid Enrollment Opportunities
During the week of May 18-22, community health centers throughout the state will be offering free blood pressure testing and stroke education in recognition of American Stroke Month and High Blood Pressure Education Month. This initiative on behalf of the Department of Health and Hospitals, in partnership with the Louisiana Primary Care Association, is an effort to educate Louisiana residents about the importance of controlling blood pressure and associated risk factors for stroke.
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Youth Council to Oversee Lighten Up Louisiana Campaign
BATON ROUGE— The Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports has unveiled a new strategy for challenging teens and young adults to take a more active role in promoting physical activity and a healthier lifestyle among their peers.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Change in LDH Communications on H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)
BATON ROUGE–The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals will no longer be sending out daily announcements on new confirmed or probable swine flu cases. However, the Department will continue to update the confirmed case counts on its Web site, http://www.flula.com, daily.
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State Officials Announce CDC Has Confirmed 11 More Cases of the H1N1 Virus
BATON ROUGE— Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals officials announced today that 11 more of the state’s probable cases of H1N1 influenza (swine flu) have been confirmed by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Two Suspected Cases of H1N1 Confirmed in Lafayette
BATON ROUGE— Two of the state’s suspected cases of H1N1 influenza (swine flu) in Lafayette Parish have been confirmed today by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, reported officials from the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals.
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Federal, State Officials Change Guidance on H1N1 Evaluation, Testing and Treatment
BATON ROUGE—In accordance with U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals has changed its guidance for health care providers and the public on who should see a doctor, get tested and receive treatment for H1N1 influenza (swine flu).