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Pregnancy, birth and the first year in Louisiana, in 14 topics: from who runs maternal and child health to what happens at your newborn's screening.

State Maternal and Child Health Department

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is the state agency responsible for overseeing maternal, infant, and child health in Louisiana. Within LDH, the Bureau of Family Health focuses on advancing the health and well-being of women, children, adolescents, and families throughout the state.
The LDH strives to ensure access to quality healthcare and improve health outcomes for mothers, infants, and children across Louisiana.

Contact Information

Mailing Address

Louisiana Department of Health-Office of Public Health
Bureau of Family Health
1450 Poydras Street, Suite 2013
New Orleans, LA 70112
Email: BFHPolicy@la.gov
Phone: 504-568-3504
Fax: 504-568-3503

The Bureau of Family Health operates during standard business hours, typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time.

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