Since the approval of a third dose for the immunocompromised now there’s discussion of a dose shot for the general public who are fully vaccinated. Brooke Thorington has more…

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The Louisiana Health Department reported 122 new COVID deaths today, which brings the state’s death toll to 11,706. Louisiana has also surpassed three thousand COVID hospitalizations.

Critical hospital personnel who have children under the age of 12 can receive childcare subsidies thanks to a new Department of Education program. Deputy Assistant Superintendent for Early Childhood Operations Lisa Brochard says all of those workers are desperately needed in our near-capacity hospitals.

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Applications will be accepted through October 31st.

Ochsner is now administering third COVID vaccine shots to Moderna and Pfizer patients who are moderately to severely immunocompromised. Medical Director of Hospital Quality Dr. Sandra Kemmerly warns to keep in mind that not everyone who is immunocompromised currently qualifies for the third shot.

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Johnson and Johnson vaccine recipients currently are not eligible.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says a graphic with their logo circulating on social media stating that LDWF will not issue new hunting licenses to anyone unvaccinated is false. The department asks anyone who sees the incorrect graphic to ignore it and delete it when possible. LDWF is investigating the source of misinformation.

Days after the FDA approved a third COVID vaccine booster shot for the immunocompromised, the Biden Administration is reportedly developing a plan for a third shot for those who were fully vaccinated, eight months ago or longer. Infectious Disease Specialist for LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Fred Lopez says he anticipates the booster shot rollout will mirror the original rollout of healthcare workers and nursing home residents first.

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Critical hospital personnel who have children 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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Ochsner is now administering third COVID vaccine shots to Moderna and Pfizer patients who are moderately to severely immunocompromised. Medical Director of Hospital Quality Dr. Sandra Kemmerly says not everyone who is technically immunocompromised currently qualifies for the third shot.

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Those who are moderately to severely immunocompromised can now receive a third shot to boost their immune system’s odds of fighting off COVID. Dr. Katherine Baumgarten with Ochsner says there is evidence suggesting that a disproportionate number of vaccine breakthrough hospitalizations are those who are immunocompromised.

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Johnson and Johnson vaccine recipients currently are not eligible.

Federal officials are working out the details of how to implement the CDC’s recommendation that everyone who is fully vaccinated receive a vaccine booster shot eight months after their last shot. Infectious Disease Specialist for LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Fred Lopez says the first big question is who gets priority…

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The fourth COVID-19 surge is bringing down the state’s economy. That’s according to Gulf Coast Bank and Trust president Guy Williams who says with the state reporting thousands of new cases every day, it’s keeping many people from going to work….

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Williams says health officials have told him this fourth surge could last another seven weeks.

Tier 1 and 2 hospital workers with children 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 the subsidies take a lot of forms including having childcare workers watch the night staff’s kids. She says it should help make childcare much more accessible for those workers.

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The Louisiana Health Department reported 122 new COVID deaths today, which brings the state’s death toll to 11,706. Louisiana has also surpassed three thousand hospitalizations as there are now 3,012 patients hospitalized as a result of COVID.

Ochsner is encouraging people who are moderately or severely immunocompromised to get their third COVID vaccine shot. Matt Doyle has the story.
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Multiple reports say the federal government will soon advise Americans who received the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, that they will need to get a third shot. LSU Health New Orleans Infectious Disease Specialist Doctor Fred Lopez…
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Today, the Natchitoches Meat Pie Festival, the Shrimp and Petroleum Festival in Morgan City, and the Beignet Fest in New Orleans City Park announced they had to cancel their upcoming events. Gulf Coast Bank and Trust President Gary Williams says they add to the growing list of cancellations…
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Williams says health officials have told him this fourth COVID surge could last another seven weeks.

The number of COVID patients in the hospital has surpassed three thousand, an all-time high. The state also reported 3,691 new cases and 122 new COVID deaths. Louisiana ranks second to Florida for daily average cases. Gulf Coast Bank and Trust president Gary Williams says that’s a big concern for our tourism-dependent economy…
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Ochsner is now administering third COVID vaccine shots to Moderna and Pfizer patients who are moderately to severely immunocompromised. Pharmacy and Population Health Director Matthew Malachowski says you can visit their website
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Patients should wait at least 28 days after receiving their second dose to get a third dose.

Since the approval of a booster dose for the immunocompromised now there’s a discussion of a third shot for the general public who are fully vaccinated Brooke Thorington has more…
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A couple of major festivals announced today they will not hold their events this year. Natchitoches Meat Pie Festival and the Shrimp and Petroleum Festival in Morgan City have decided to wait until next year.

Bossier City police will host a fundraiser on Monday, August 30th at their police station on Benton Road, for fallen Doyline police officer Billy Collins Junior. He was killed while on duty last month.

The state exceeds three thousand COVID hospitalizations today. The grim milestone is marked with 3,012 patients in Louisiana hospitals with COVID-related illnesses.  91-percent of which are unvaccinated.  The state also reports 3,691 new cases and 122 fatalities.

Days after the FDA approved a third COVID vaccine booster shot for the immunocompromised, the Biden Administration is reportedly developing a plan for a third shot for those who were fully vaccinated, eight months ago or longer. Infectious Disease Specialist for LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Fred Lopez says he anticipates the booster shot rollout will mirror the original rollout of healthcare workers and nursing home residents.

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Conditions like heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, thyroid disease, and obesity.

Critical hospital personnel who have children under the age of 12 can receive childcare subsidies thanks to a new Department of Education program. Deputy Assistant Superintendent for Early Childhood Operations Lisa Brochard says all of those workers are desperately needed in our near-capacity hospitals.

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Applications will be accepted through October 31st.

The governor’s office has made federal dollars available to help health care and STEM students get their degrees. Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance Director of Scholarships and Grants Deborah Paul says the Completers Grant will provide scholarships to students who are within 30 credit hours of completing a degree at a two-year or four-year school…

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For more information go to LOFSA’s website.

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…

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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…

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Priority for the grants will be given to those students who have exhausted financial aid from other sources.