New Orleans Health Department

New COVID-19 guidelines. Click the link to read the latest update.

LDH confirms two measles cases in Greater New Orleans area

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is reporting that two individuals were diagnosed with measles in the Greater New Orleans Area. These individuals recently returned from a trip out of state. A public health investigation has been initiated and LDH will provide additional updates as we are able to collect more information.

For more information, read the notice from the Louisiana Department Of Health.

I think I have been exposed to measles. What should I do?

Immediately call your healthcare provider and let them know that you have been exposed to someone who has measles.

The Greater New Orleans Immunization Network offers free vaccines for  children birth through 18 years of age.

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COVID-19 Treatments Available at No Cost to Eligible Individuals

If you have COVID-19, treatments that can reduce the severity of the illness are available. The U.S. government has partnered with Pfizer to make Paxlovid available at no cost for those with no health insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, or other programs.

Paxlovid is for the treatment of mild-to-moderate coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in adults who are at high risk for progression to severe COVID-19, including hospitalization or death.

Follow these steps to take advantage of this program:

  1. GET TESTED
    If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, you can get a COVID-19 test by:
    • Buying at-home test kits online or in pharmacies and retail stores.
    • Getting tested at pharmacies, urgent care centers, doctor offices, and other local testing sites.
    • Using the Treatment Locator to find a free COVID-19 test.
    You must have a prescription for Paxlovid to start the enrollment process. You can get a prescription at a doctor’s office, urgent care and pharmacies with clinics.

  2. GET ENROLLED
    Enroll by going to paxlovid.iassist.com or by calling 877-219-7225. A pharmacy staff member can also enroll you when you pick up the prescription.

  3. GET TREATED
    Treatment must be started within 5–7 days of when you first develop symptoms. Paxlovid is taken orally twice a day at home. Take treatment as prescribed and contact your healthcare provider if you experience any complications.

    Antivirals are not a replacement for COVID-19 vaccines. Vaccines help reduce the risk of getting very sick before you have COVID-19; treatments can help you feel better if you have COVID-19. Both are helpful tools that can prevent serious illness.