Louisiana Department of Health

June 14, 2024

LDH urges school compliance with Jump Start Your Heart program

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (BEMS) is urging all Louisiana schools to comply with the requirements under the Jump Start Your Heart (JSYH) Act by registering with EMS before the start of the 2024-25 school year.
June 25, 2024

LDH launches expanded heat-related illness dashboard, issues new guidance documents

The Louisiana Department of Health is launching a suite of new resources today to help Louisianans stay safe during the hot summer months. These resources include an expanded public-facing heat-related illness dashboard and a collection of new heat-related health guidance documents.