The number of the state’s presumed COVID-19 cases has climbed to 19 and while testing availability may be limited, Surgeon General Jerome Adams feels confident Louisiana has enough testing available in the state. But Adams, along with Governor Edwards, stressed that unless you are showing symptoms, you should not try to get tested.

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So far 64 people have been tested.

Louisiana Department of Health is now working with the statewide 211 network to answer questions about the coronavirus outbreak.   Office of Public Health Assistant Secretary Alex Billioux says 211 will answer questions 24/7 and 211 has been invaluable during hurricanes.

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Over 20-thousand Medicaid recipients were warned in February they could lose their benefits by mid-March due to income eligibility concerns. Matt Doyle spoke with an advocate who says that’s a bad idea…

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Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin is expected to will hold a press briefing today to discuss potential voting options for the upcoming primary. Ardoin’s office issued a statement that they have been meeting with health officials and the Governor’s Unified Command Group in regard to elections plans.  Ardoin says he wants to protect the sacred right to vote while also protecting the health and safety of voters.