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April 23, 2025
Louisiana Department of Health Leadershi...

The Louisiana Department of Health’s (LDH) new Secretary, Bruce Greenstein, announced three key initiatives on Monday to address several of the state's most pressing healthcare challenges. These efforts also aim to ensure more stability in the programs the Department administers.

“Today, I hit the ground running. The Department has a great team in place that has started moving the needle for our state’s healthcare system. Our new initiatives will improve health outcomes while saving taxpayer money,” said Sec. Greenstein.

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April 23, 2025
Team Gleason Names Blair Casey CEO, Davi...

Team Gleason Foundation announced that Blair Casey is named chief executive officer, and David Darragh as chief strategy officer.  

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April 23, 2025
 LDH Confirms Greater NO Area Measles Ca...

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) has confirmed two cases of measles in adult residents of the Greater New Orleans area. At this time, the patients’ exposure to measles appears to be linked to international travel.

The LDH Office of Public Health is working to identify and notify those who have come into contact with the infected individuals.

These are the first measles cases reported in Louisiana in 2025. In 2024, three confirmed travel-associated measles cases were reported in Louisiana, all in the greater New Orleans area.

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April 16, 2025
Our Lady of the Angels Hospital Reaccred...

Our Lady of the Angels Hospital has once again earned the Birth Ready+ designation by the Louisiana Perinatal Quality Collaborative (LaPQC).

“Earning the Birth Ready+ designation for the third consecutive year is a testament to the dedication of our entire team,” said Chuck Spicer, Our Lady of the Angels and Our Lady of the Lake Health president. “We are proud to offer families in Washington Parish access to high-quality maternity care delivered with the personal touch and compassion our community deserves.”

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April 16, 2025
Registration Has Begun for Our Lady of t...

Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health and the Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge (BREC) invites parents to register their children for their annual Asthma Camp held in July. This summer day-camp, for children ages 6-10 with an asthma diagnosis, helps kids learn about their condition with age-appropriate, fun activities. The camp will take place the week of July 14 at BREC's Perkins Road Community Park .

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