Governor Edwards signs into law a measure that prohibits a common second trimester abortion procedure called dilation and evacuation. But Amanda Allen with the Center for Reproductive Rights, says this law is part of a larger agenda to block women’s access to safe and legal abortions.
But the Louisiana Right to Life says this law will prohibit dismemberment abortions, which tears apart the unborn child.
A bill that would allow patients direct access to a physical therapist rather than getting a doctor’s referral first has received final legislative passage. Doctor Amanda Brewer with the Louisiana Physical Therapy Association says once this becomes law if you hurt yourself gardening or twist your ankle playing basketball, you can call your physical therapist and immediately begin treatment.
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Louisianans can now begin enrolling in the newly expanded Medicaid program. Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals Secretary Dr. Rebekah Gee says the coverage starts July 1, but the hope starts today.
More information and enrollment can be found at heathy.la.gov
A blind man from Metairie is suing McDonald’s after he was refused service when he walked up to the drive-thru window. Scott Magee’s attorney Roberto Costales says in this case, the blind have no recourse and no opportunity to purchase McDonald’s goods and services during late evening hours. He says this is a constant source of humiliation for Magee.
Costales says McDonald’s drive-thru only policy violates the American’s with Disabilities Act.