Coronavirus cases and fatalities in Louisiana
A regularly-updated map of confirmed COVID-19 cases, borough by borough.
The number is based on confirmed diagnostic tests. It is very likely that the true number of COVID-19 cases is higher as many cases are asymptomatic.
New COVID-19 cases and fatalities per day in Louisiana
This is a good indicator of “flattening the curve” — when there is a steady decreasing trend, it is an indicator that the spread of the disease is slowing down.
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Cases, updates, and charts on the coronavirus crisis for each US state and territory. Just follow the links below.
Defend Against COVID-19
- Stay home. Follow the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. Only leave your home if it is necessary for essential work or for essential items. Click here to read the Stay at Home order that expires on April 30.
- Defend Against COVID-19. Symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough and shortness of breath. Recognize the symptoms. Cover your cough. Wash your hands. Stay home especially if you are sick.
- Maintain a Social Distance of 6ft. Social distancing means keeping 6ft. of physical space between yourself and others. This helps to prevent the spread of illness.
Questions on the coronavirus?
If you have questions about coronavirus, please contact the Louisiana 211 Network by dialing dial 211. Or, you can text the keyword LACOVID to 898-211 for the most current information about the outbreak as it becomes available.
If you are feeling overwhelmed with stress, fear and anxiety about the uncertainty surrounding this public health emergency, there is a special Keep Calm through COVID Hotline you can call. This connects you to trained, compassionate counselors who can offer support and who can direct you to mental health and substance abuse counseling services.
Call 1-866-310-7977 24/7
Trained counselors available 24/7. All calls are confidential.
Watch for symptoms
Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases.
These symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure (based on the incubation period of MERS-CoV viruses).
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
Why are we seeing a rise in cases?
The number of cases of COVID-19 being reported in the United States is rising due to increased laboratory testing and reporting across the country. The growing number of cases in part reflects the rapid spread of COVID-19 as many U.S. states and territories experience community spread. More detailed and accurate data will allow us to better understand and track the size and scope of the outbreak and strengthen prevention and response efforts.
CDC recommendations
CDC recommends expanded and laser focused community mitigation activities to help slow the spread of respiratory virus infections including the novel coronavirus SARS-C0V-2, the cause of the disease COVID-19.
These approaches are used to minimize morbidity and mortality of COVID-19 as well as to minimize the social and economic impacts of COVID-19. Individuals, communities, businesses, and healthcare organizations are all part of a community mitigation strategy.
The focus is on protecting the health care system with expected rise in cases by slowing the spread within the community and focused on protecting the vulnerable members of the community.
Coronavirus in Louisiana News:
- August 4, 2021By the fans, for the fans: Lexington natives launch fan-driven sports app
Two Kentucky fans have turned their love of the Wildcats into an innovative, interactive app gaining popularity among sports enthusiasts - August 4, 2021Teacher looks forward to turning a new leaf this school year
A Kentucky teacher is spending the end of summer coming up with ideas to address learning loss and restore fun into the classroom this school year. - August 4, 2021Trump lawyers ask judge to block release of tax returns to House committee
Donald Trump’s legal team asked a federal judge to block a DOJ order that the IRS release Trump’s income tax returns to a congressional committee. - August 4, 2021Southern High School seniors return for one more season between the goalposts
The coronavirus pandemic cost them their senior year, so they’re re-doing it. - August 4, 2021School counselors help students process emotional weight of pandemic
As part of social emotional learning, school counselors in Jefferson County have been talking to students about their emotions. - August 4, 2021Many Kentucky school districts continue experiencing shortage of school bus drivers
Many districts altered routes and adjusted schools’ start times to combat the problem - August 4, 2021Not attending kindergarten in person could have long-term implications for students
Early childhood advocates warn some children may struggle when it is time for first grade - August 4, 2021Teachers pledge to teach 'the truth,' despite uproar over critical race theory
“Being able to reflect on the sins of a nation does not mean you cannot take pride in that nation.” - August 4, 2021To see my friends, new teachers:' Three sisters share excitement about return to school
Across the state, families are getting ready to send their kids back to school, closing the summer months with one last hurrah. - August 4, 2021Head of U.N. health agency seeks vaccine booster moratorium
The WHO is seeking the moratorium on booster shots in an effort to ensure that first doses are made available to developing countries.