Immunization Program | Louisiana Department of Health

Immunization Program | Louisiana Department of Health
Immunization Program
Bureau of Infectious Diseases
Immunization Program
Thanks to vaccines, we can maintain stronger immune systems to protect against serious, often preventable illnesses like measles, flu, and more. Protecting more than just our own bodies, vaccines keep us healthier as a family, community and state allowing us to build stronger immunities that lead to stronger communities.
The Louisiana Immunization Program has a knowledgeable and dedicated staff conducting vaccine-preventable disease surveillance and investigations. When necessary, the Program implements appropriate outbreak control measures within the framework of the current Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases Manual and the Louisiana MMRV Outbreak Investigation Guide. Our staff collaborates with the Louisiana Office of Public Health's Infectious Disease Epidemiology Program for preparedness and response efforts at the State and Regional levels for all diseases with an available vaccine. The Immunization and Epidemiology Programs both utilize the Louisiana vaccine-preventable disease reporting system, called IDRIS2, to conduct disease surveillance.
Immunizations Program
504-568-2600
Measles: Get Informed
Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
Where Can I Find a Vaccine Near Me?
Ready to get vaccinated? Vaccines.gov helps find pharmacies near you.
Find a Vaccine Provider
How Can I Access My Vaccination Records?
Need proof of immunization for you or your family? Sign up for MyIR Mobile or fill out a request form.
Request Vaccination Records
Why Is It Important to Get My Child Vaccinated?
Do you know why vaccines are so important for kids? Learn more about how you can best protect your little ones.
Learn More About Vaccines
Adult Vaccines
As you get older, the protection from some vaccines you may have received as a child will begin to wear off. You may also be at more risk for diseases due to your job, your lifestyle or other health conditions.
Adult Vaccination
Preteen and Teen Vaccines
Vaccines have been proven effective at providing children and teens with support for their developing immune systems.
Preteen & Teen Vaccination
Infant & Children Vaccines
When it comes to your child, one of your top concerns is providing the protection they require to grow strong and stay healthy.
Infant & Child Vaccination
Key Partners
The Louisiana Immunization Program collaborates closely with many partners, including the Shots for Tots Immunization Coalition, the Louisiana Academy of Pediatrics, and the Louisiana Academy of Family Practice to leverage resources in order to increase vaccination coverage among residents in Louisiana. Below is a list of some of our key partners with links to their websites:
Shots for Tots
Louisiana Academy of Pediatrics
Louisiana Academy of Family Physicians
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Resources
Vaccination Data Resources
Healthy Babies Campaign
Vaccine Safety
Frequently Asked Questions
Immunizations News & Resources
News
Feb 13, 2025
Louisiana Surgeon General: Restoring Trust in Public Health Starts with Restoring Trust in Medicine
Aug 02, 2023
Operation Immunization launches in Northeast Louisiana
Dec 08, 2022
With COVID-19 and flu on the rise, LDH encourages residents to take precautions ahead of holiday gatherings
More News
Additional Resources
Surgeon General
Evelyn Griffin, MD
Secretary
Bruce D. Greenstein
Cicero Government