Health Resources


Single mothers find here tips on how to find health insurance, information on different types of health insurance, featured topics of common health issues, and advice on how to avoid getting sick.

Caring for your Child after a Fracture

Call the doctor

Fractures can be very painful and in the case of a child, this pain can be rather difficult to manage. Those of us who have been unlucky enough to have our kids suffer a fracture know for a fact that it needs a fair amount of attention both before … Read More »

Skin Cancer

Skin Cancer

Your skin is your largest and most visible organ. It´s exposed to the elements daily, oftentimes without protection from harmful UVA and UVB rays. With Independence Day weekend already upon us, you´re probably planning to be outside more than … Read More »

Resource Centers for the Developmentally Disabled, Louisiana

The Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities has developed resource centers to increase capacity to support and include people with developmental disabilities. These resource centers are committed to enhancing quality of life by … Read More »

Louisiana Prevention Services

Prevention Services

The Department of Health and Hospital's Office of Behavioral Health has regional offices throughout the state which offer various prevention services to lower the substance abuse rate among its citizens.Prevention services includes programs to … Read More »

Elderly and Disabled Adult Waiver, Louisiana

Elderly Assistance

What is the Elderly and Disabled Adult Waiver Program? The Elderly and Disabled Adult (EDA) Waiver Program provides certain services in the home or community to elderly or disabled adults who qualify.If I qualify, what services may I receive … Read More »