Louisiana Health

House Passes Major Tax Reform Bill Amid Medicaid Concerns

News Summary The House of Representatives voted to approve President Trump's tax reform bill, which includes significant cuts to Medicaid.…

3 weeks ago

Louisiana Rural Healthcare Faces Serious Threats from New Bill

News Summary President Trump's proposed 'Big Beautiful Bill' has narrowly passed in the U.S. Senate, posing significant threats to rural…

3 weeks ago

Concerns Rise Over Rural Hospital Funding Cuts in Louisiana

News Summary The U.S. Senate's recent approval of President Trump's budget, known as the 'Big Beautiful Bill,' raises significant concerns…

3 weeks ago

DOTD Employee Injured in Collision with 18-Wheeler

News Summary A Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development employee was struck by an 18-wheeler while working on a traffic…

4 weeks ago

Louisiana Leaders Alarmed by Proposed Medicaid and SNAP Cuts

News Summary Louisiana officials express concern over significant cuts to Medicaid and SNAP as part of President Trump's 'One Big…

4 weeks ago

Louisiana Passes Comprehensive Nutrition Reforms for Schools

News Summary Louisiana has passed Senate Bill 14, a new law aimed at enhancing school nutrition and food business practices.…

1 month ago

Louisiana Man Admits Guilt in Medicare Fraud Scheme

News Summary Michael L. Riggins, a West Monroe resident, pleaded guilty to health care fraud, admitting to a conspiracy that…

2 months ago

Saharan Dust Plume Sweeps Across the Caribbean and U.S.

News Summary A significant Sahara dust plume is affecting the Caribbean and is expected to reach southern states in the…

2 months ago

Environmental Crisis Unfolds from Oil Well Release in Louisiana

News Summary An uncontrolled release from an aging oil well near Garden Island Bay, Louisiana, has led to significant environmental…

2 months ago

Significant Fish Kill Event in New Orleans’ Beaver Park Pond

News Summary In August 2017, New Orleans experienced a troubling fish kill event in Beaver Park pond, sparking concerns among…

2 months ago