Eighteen more people have died of COVID-19 in Louisiana from yesterday, and the state’s total of cases now sits at 2,305 positive tests. The growing number of cases has led Congressman Ralph Abraham, a doctor, to call for doctors to consider using non-FDA approved “off-label” drugs to treat COVID-19. Abraham says even though experimental drugs like hydroxychloroquine may have side effects, they should be considered for patients in dire situations.
Small scale studies of hydroxychloroquine on COVID-19 patients have yielded mixed results.
Gas prices have crated to 1.85 a gallon in Louisiana, and Patrick DeHann, Head Petroleum Analyst with Gas Buddy says drivers shouldn’t celebrate.
Four people are dead, including a 2-year-old, following crash on Progress Road in Baton Rouge that impacted a house. Baton Rouge Police Sgt. Don Coppola says the investigators continue to search for answers. Coppola says the massive loss of life compounds the already tragic situation.
56-year-old Patrick Dunn, an occupant of the home, and front passenger 22-year-old Destiny Nelson both died at the scene. The driver, 28-year-old Jamarcus Brown and 2-year-old passenger Jamarcus Brown Jr. died after being transported to the hospital.
Saints QB Drew Brees commits $5 million dollars to help feed Louisiana residents who are struggling financially as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Second Harvest Food Bank President and CEO Natalie Jayroe says Second Harvest currently has the ability to crank out 2,000 meals per day and the contribution will help to increase that number.