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Our focus includes public health emergencies, chronic disease management, behavioral health support, and environmental initiatives - all working together to create a healthier New Orleans.
Big changes are coming to Medicaid and the Health Insurance Marketplace® (Healthcare.gov) in the next few years. These changes could affect your health coverage, costs, and eligibility. It’s important to stay informed and take action early so you don’t lose coverage.
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Vaccine access and insurance coverage are particularly fluid issues this year because of uncertainty surrounding federal recommendations on who should be vaccinated. Guidance from medical associations and expert sources has been compiled into this guide so you can make the best decision for you and your family, so you can VAX & GO before the flu or COVID-19 stops you.
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The New Orleans Health Department is now offering application assistance at multiple locations across the city. The goal is to remove any barriers that New Orleans residents experience when applying for these programs.
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January 6, 2026 | From City of New Orleans
As New Orleans prepares for another unforgettable Mardi Gras season, the City of New Orleans Health Department (NOHD), in partnership with New Orleans Emergency Medical Services (NOEMS), is proud to announce the return of Mardi Gras First Aid Stations along the traditional Uptown and Endymion parade routes. LCMC Health will once again serve as the sponsored partner this year, continuing a proven collaboration focused on protecting health and keeping residents and visitors safe during Carnival.
January 5, 2026 | From City of New Orleans
The New Orleans Health Department’s Injury Prevention and Transportation Safety team announces the launch of “Safe Rides, Big Easy Vibes,” a new citywide initiative focused on education and reducing driving under the influence (DUI) among 18–24-year-olds in New Orleans.
October 29, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA. The City of New Orleans, together with its Health Department, New Orleans City Council, LCMC Health, and the national nonprofit Undue Medical Debt (previously RIP Medical Debt), is proud to announce the successful conclusion of the city’s Medical Debt Relief initiative, which has helped ease the burden of medical debt for residents across Orleans Parish.
October 16, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
Today, the New Orleans Health Department is announcing its partnership with the Louisiana Department of Health as a Gold Level community partner. This designation allows NOHD to help residents and patients at our clinics with their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps. Residents will also be able to receive assistance with simplified applications for the elderly (ESAP), cash assistance for low-income families with children (FITAP), and cash assistance for eligible children who reside with a relative who is not their parent (KCSP applications).
October 10, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA (October 7, 2025) The New Orleans Health Department (NOHD) announced today that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has officially approved flu vaccines for ages 6 months and up and yesterday expanded that approval to place the COVID-19 vaccinations on the recommended schedule for 2025-2026. Older adults and those at risk should check their eligibility for RSV, pneumonia, and shingles vaccines.
September 30, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
The New Orleans Health Department (NOHD) acknowledges the significant impact that the September 30 closure of the New Orleans Planned Parenthood clinic will have on residents who have relied on the clinic for essential health care. Historically, Planned Parenthood’s services have been used by thousands of New Orleanians each year from all neighborhoods and walks of life.Between 2023 and 2024, there were more than 16,000 visits to Planned Parenthood in New Orleans, primarily for sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing and treatment. These appointments also served as a critical point of connection to HIV prevention and care for individuals at higher risk or already living with HIV. The clinic provided 8,800 family planning visits, offering annual exams, birth control counseling, and a range of contraceptive options. Planned Parenthood providers have also played a pivotal role in cancer screening and prevention efforts through wellness exams.
Last updated: 12/5/2025 12:45:28 PM
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