Texas Child Now First To Die Of Frightening Measles Disease
A Texas child has died of measles, and it is the first American measles death since 2015. It is confirmed the child was unvaccinated as cases continue to rise.
Vaccines
Cassidy Criticizes Louisiana’s Decision to End Vaccine Promotion
Sen. Bill Cassidy is pushing back on Louisiana’s decision to stop promoting vaccines, arguing it will make immunization harder for parents. Here’s what he had to say.
Louisiana Health Department Changing Vaccine Policy
The Louisiana Department of Health is changing its policies about vaccinations, including flu and COVID-19 shots. Here’s what it means for residents.
Louisiana Sees Rise in Whooping Cough Cases: Stay Informed
Louisiana is seeing a sharp rise in whooping cough cases, with babies and unvaccinated individuals at greatest risk. Learn how to protect your family.
LDH Confirms 2 Cases of Dangerous Childhood Disease in Louisiana
Louisiana health officials have confirmed two cases of a rare childhood virus in the New Orleans area.
FDA Working Towards Allowing Mixing Vaccines
In a little bit of COVID-19 news this week, the FDA is looking to allow mixing of COVID vaccines.
Louisiana is #1 for COVID-19 Vaccines!
It's been a long time coming, but the great state of Louisiana has been ranked #1 - and this time it's for something good!
Louisiana Set to Receive More COVID-19 Vaccines Weekly
How much more? A pretty substantial amount.
COVID-19 Immunity Will Probably Last Years
New research says that the immunity for COVID-19 may be closer related to SARS immunity that immunity to other viruses.
These East Texas Hospitals Are Scheduled To Get COVID-19 Vaccines As Early As Next Week
The first week’s allocation is 224,250 doses of the Pfizer vaccine.
Student Diagnosed with Mumps at UL Lafayette
UL Lafayette will be monitoring the situation to make sure the health and safety of the students.
Lawmakers Want Texas to Release Each Schools Vaccine Opt-Out Rate
Critics argue that this system might expose a child without the proper vaccinations to undue treatment and bullying from their peers and staff members who might view them as a threat.