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Working Together for a Healthier Louisiana.

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988 in Louisiana.

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It’s that time of year. Don’t let the flu ruin your plans.

Flu season is usually between December and February when the number of flu cases typically peaks, though it can extend into May. Getting a yearly flu shot is the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses.

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988 in Louisiana.

Call, text, or chat online to connect to a 988 specialist who can help. Our 988 specialists provide free, confidential support, 24/7. Because getting help is human.

Help and hope are here

It’s that time of year. Don’t let the flu ruin your plans.

Flu season is usually between December and February when the number of flu cases typically peaks, though it can extend into May. Getting a yearly flu shot is the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses.

Learn How to Fight the Flu
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Making a Difference for Louisiana's Citizens

icon: Families being served nutritious WIC food benefits such as fruits, vegetables, milk, eggs, cheese, whole grains, and beans.

57,535/mo

Families being served nutritious WIC food benefits such as fruits, vegetables, milk, eggs, cheese, whole grains, and beans.

Monthly data, CY 2023
icon: Infants tested for genetic and metabolic conditions.

55,865/mo

Infants tested for genetic and metabolic conditions.

Monthly data, CY 2022
icon: Inspections performed per year across Louisiana establishments.

100,000/yr

Inspections performed per year across Louisiana establishments.

Approximate Annual Data
icon: Establishments across the state with permits issued by LDH’s Sanitarian Services.

37,000/yr

Establishments across the state with permits issued by LDH’s Sanitarian Services.

Approximate Annual Data
icon: Funding for water system infrastructure upgrades.

$44.9M

Funding for water system infrastructure upgrades.

Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund, FY 2023

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