Healthy Louisiana

It is not always obvious when someone is having a hard time. Changes in mood or behavior can be signs they may need help. A simple check-in can mean a lot and remind them they are not alone. If you are worried about someone or need support yourself, you can call, text, or chat with the 988 Lifeline anytime.

2,409 new cases of colorectal cancer are found each year in Louisiana.

Colorectal cancer risk increases with age, but healthy habits and routine screenings can make a difference. Being physically active, eating healthy foods, and avoiding tobacco and alcohol can help lower your risk.

#ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth

Every Healthy Louisiana health and dental plan includes the same basic benefits. Some plans also offer additional services based on age and need.

Use the Healthy Louisiana mobile app to compare plans and find the coverage that fits you best. You can now change health plans two times a year for any reason.

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Beginning March 1, 2026, Medicaid members may switch their health or dental plans at any time for any reason.  Each member may make up to two plan changes within a fixed 12-month period; after two changes, they must remain in their selected plan until a new annual enrollment period begins.

In 2026 this period will run from March 1 through December 31.

Download the free Healthy Louisiana mobile app.

Act 421 Children’s Medicaid Option (Act 421-CMO/TEFRA) provides Medicaid coverage for certain children with long-term disabilities or special health care needs, even if their parents earn too much money to qualify for Medicaid.

DYK Louisiana Medicaid covers dental care for adults enrolled in any Medicaid intellectual and developmental disabilities waiver program. This includes the New Opportunities Waiver, Residential Options Waiver or Supports Services Waiver.

#DevelopmentalDisabilitiesAwarenessMonth

WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and referrals to other social services to women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or postpartum. Infants and children through age four qualify, too.

Those enrolled in Medicaid already meet the income guidelines.