Louisiana's Shot for $100 Program Extended - Now Includes Kids
Kids aged 5-11 will be eligible to participate in Louisiana's Shot for 100 program as soon as the CDC authorizes the jabs.
COVID-19
Mask On? Mask Off? Louisiana Governor to Address Mandate Today
The Governor's current mask mandate is set to expire tomorrow. He'll address that in a press conference scheduled for 3 pm today.
Edwards Contemplates Changes in Louisiana Mask Mandate
Decreases in hospitalizations, case counts, and the positivity rate are positive signs that Louisiana has seen the worst of the most recent COVID surge.
LPSS Links Mask Mandate to Governor's Order
The board also approved COVID days for full-time employees.
The CDC’s Latest Recommendation for Thanksgiving Will ‘Blow You Away’
The holiday season is rapidly approaching and being that we are still battling COVID across the country, the CDC has announced a few recommendations for Thanksgiving.
Vaccination Status now a Key Credential in Finding a Job
Hiring managers are now zeroing in on one particular aspect of your application before they'll even consider giving you an interview.
Doctor Gives Best Essential Vitamin Mix to Combat COVID-19 Symptoms
Recently, I spoke with Dr. Andrew Myers - co-author of the book "Simplifying the COVID Puzzle: How Two Essential Vitamins Fortify the Immune System" - about getting your body ready to defend itself against COVID by putting in the right vitamin mix.
TSA Doubles Down on Mask Violation Fines for Travelers
The Transportation Security Administration has announced higher fines for transportation mask violations.
It's Official: UL Requiring Students to Get COVID Vaccine
Students have a deadline of September 20th to receive the first dose of one of the COVID-19 vaccines.
Breaux Bridge Football to Forfeit This Week’s Game
Next week’s game is also in jeopardy.
CDC Designates More Destinations as 'Very High' COVID Travel Risk
The Centers for Disease Control has added some popular tourist destinations to their "Very High" COVID risk list. Here are the latest additions.
LSU Mandating Vaccines for Students
Students may opt out, but they will be required to undergo regular COVID testing.
US Regulators Give Full Approval to Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
It's a milestone that may help lift public confidence in the shots as the nation battles the most contagious coronavirus mutant yet.
Ragin Cajuns Return to Class Today Amid New COVID Concerns
Aside from a face mask requirement, it's all systems go for another great year at the University of Louisiana.
Despite COVID Halloween is Apparently Going to be "Lit" This Year
Halloween decorations are already selling out at major retailers across the country as Americans prepare for another "festive" buying season.
Saints Legends Channel Saved By The Bell to Promote COVID-19 Vaccinations
New Orleans Saints owner Gayle Benson and four Saints Hall of Famers parodied an old "Saved By The Bell" PSA to promote COVID-19 vaccinations.
Lafayette Schools Report More Than 100 COVID Cases In First Week
The data comes from schools participating in the LDH reporting system.
US Health Officials Call for Booster Shots Against COVID-19
The plan calls for an extra dose eight months after people get their second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine.
BESE Board Meets Today on Issue of Masks in Louisiana Schools
Here is how you can watch this morning's meeting live online. It is scheduled to being at 0900 AM CDT.
Sources: US To Recommend COVID Vaccine Boosters at 8 Months, Regardless of Age
U.S. experts are expected to recommend COVID-19 vaccine boosters for all Americans, regardless of age, eight months after they received their second dose of the shot.