The Biden Administration is developing a plan to implement the CDC’s recommendation that people receive a vaccine booster shot eight months after their last shot. Infectious Disease Specialist for LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Fred Lopez says the big question is who gets prioritized…
Critical hospital personnel who have children age 12 and under can receive childcare subsidies thanks to a new Department of Education program. Deputy Assistant Superintendent for Early Childhood Operations Lisa Brochard says this program could help get more hospital workers back to understaffed facilities…
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This subsidy program applies to a range of personnel working in Tier 1 or 2 hospitals.
Things got feisty yesterday at the State Capitol as anti-mask and vaccine members of the public clashed with health and elected officials at a meeting of House Health and Welfare. Natchitoches Representative Kenny Cox questioned Brandi Pew of Unmask Our Kids in Louisiana about her opposition to school masking…
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STEM and healthcare students who are nearing completion of their degree may be eligible to receive a Completers Grant from the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance. LOSFA Director of Scholarships and Grants Deborah (Deb-or-uh) Paul says the state needs more aspiring nurses, programmers, math educators, and others pursuing high-demand work…
Priority for the grants will be given to those students who have exhausted financial aid from other sources.