Louisiana Health

Louisiana debates a cigarette tax increase. Proponents say it will improve health; opponents worry about low-income smokers and small businesses.

The first measles case of the year in Louisiana is confirmed in the New Orleans area.

Last year, 7 Louisiana beaches tested positive for bacteria that could make swimmers sick. Here's what you need to know before going to the beach this year.

Spring is in the air in Louisiana. So is pollen, ragweed and countless other irritants that can set your sinuses ablaze. Here's some tips from the pros on how to survive allergy season in Louisiana.

Louisiana is seeing a sharp rise in whooping cough cases, with babies and unvaccinated individuals at greatest risk. Learn how to protect your family.

The Louisiana Department of Health recently announced that they are prohibiting workers from promoting certain "seasonal vaccines" like flu, COVID and mpox.