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LDH urges school compliance with Jump Start Your Heart Act
Schools must register with the Bureau of EMS by start of 2024-25 schoolyear
LDH News
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EBR Parish Health Unit temporarily closing June 5-13 for storm-related repairs
The health unit building is expected to reopen Thursday, June 13, pending the completion of building repairs.
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LDH urges precautions for mosquitoes to protect against West Nile, dengue
Louisiana had 46 cases of West Nile neuroinvasive disease, 4 deaths in 2023
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LDH: Safe swimming practices lead to decrease in child drownings
However, drowning remains the leading cause of injury-related death in children under 4 years of age.
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LDH notifies Town of Killian boil water advisory can be lifted
The boil water advisory was first issued on April 23.
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Northeast Louisiana Office of Public Health, community partners to host health and wellness event May 18 in Jonesboro
This day of services, information and fun includes a walk/run, OPH and Medicaid vendors, local medical offices, physical activities, free food and more.
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LDH confirms three storm-related deaths in St. Martin and West Baton Rouge parishes
These are the only storm-related, accidental deaths LDH has confirmed as a result of the May 13 storms to date.
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LDH to hold spring health fair at parish health unit in Marrero
Services offered include health screening, immunizations, nutrition education, Narcan and opioid prevention education, information on Medicaid renewals and health insurance marketplace coverage, and more.
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Mercury and fish advisories issued for 11 waterways
The advisories include 1 new warning and updates to 10 previously issued warnings.
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LDH recognizes 32 birthing hospitals achieving Louisiana Birth Ready Designation
The hospitals were recognized for committing to practices that improve quality and outcomes for women giving birth.
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LDH confirms one storm-related death in Rapides Parish
A 60-year-old female died in an accidental storm-related incident outside Pineville.
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LDH releases 2020 maternal mortality report
The report provides crucial insights into causes and disparities of deaths among women within a year of pregnancy in Louisiana.