Louisiana Hospital Association

02/14/2026

National Donor Day is an opportunity to acknowledge the lifesaving impact of organ, tissue, blood, and marrow donation. We are grateful to the donors who make a difference in communities across our state.

02/14/2026

On Valentine’s Day, we recognize the dedication of our hospital partners and healthcare teams and wish our communities a safe and happy holiday.

02/13/2026

Paul Sawyer has received the endorsement of HOSPPAC, the Louisiana Hospital Association PAC, for House District 69. Early voting is Saturday, Feb. 28, through Saturday, March 7, and the Special Primary Election is Saturday, March 14. (Be aware that March 14 is the Baton Rouge St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Head to the polls during early voting, so you don’t have to think about it on parade day.) View a list of early voting locations at https://bit.ly/3L8v8ej.

HOSPPAC, the Louisiana Hospital Association's political action committee, has endorsed Paul Sawyer for House District 69. Please show your support for this healthcare advocate at the polls. Early voting is Saturday, Feb. 28, through Saturday, March 7, and the Special Primary Election is Saturday, March 14. (Be aware that March 14 is the Baton Rouge St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Head to the polls during early voting, so you don’t have to think about it on parade day.)

View a list of early voting locations at https://bit.ly/3L8v8ej or find your voting precinct at https://bit.ly/3P2z4PK.

02/12/2026

The LHA applauds the Project M.O.M. catalyst-site hospitals for their work to improve maternal health. The Louisiana Department of Health recently announced that 11 facilities across the state will work to improve health outcomes for mothers affected by substance use disorder and their babies. Thank you for your important work and leadership on this issue. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/46xQhck.

Lake Charles Memorial Health System, Lakeview Hospital, Lane Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Health, Ochsner Lafayette General, Opelousas General Health System, Our Lady of the Angels Hospital, Rapides Women's and Children's Hospital, Touro Infirmary, Woman's Hospital, Senator Beth Mizell, Rep. Annie Spell

02/12/2026

Today, we gathered our Project M.O.M. and LAPQC team, hospital CEOs and staff, and legislators, as we launch a new era of person-centered care for mothers affected by substance use disorder.

Too often, gaps between primary care, prenatal care, substance use treatment, and emergency services negatively affect the continuity of care. Project M.O.M. aims to close those gaps by delivering person-centered care navigation within a statewide system of coordinated care — ensuring that pregnant and postpartum women affected by substance use can access the comprehensive medical, behavioral health, and social supports needed to achieve healthy pregnancies and sustained recovery.

Every new life is a reason for hope, which makes the reality that accidental overdose has been the leading cause of pregnancy-associated deaths in Louisiana since 2018 all the more sobering. This isn’t just a statistic. It’s a double tragedy. When we lose a mother, we risk the safety, stability, and future of her child.

Data shows that the vast majority of these deaths are preventable. We are here today because ‘preventable’ must become ‘prevented.’ We’re thrilled to announce that 11 hospitals across the state have answered the call to care for some of our most vulnerable by being catalyst site hospitals for pregnant and postpartum women with SUD and their babies – a major step toward accomplishing a bold goal to reduce pregnancy-associated overdose deaths in Louisiana by 80% over the course of three years.

Thank you to all who have joined us in this journey. We hope this brings more valuable partnerships and life-saving change to come!

02/12/2026

As the LHA turns 100, we’re highlighting our member hospitals like Acadiana Rehabilitation for helping patients recover and thrive with dedicated rehabilitation services.

02/11/2026

Thank you to all the healthcare leaders and stakeholders who joined us at the during this special centennial year. For the past century, our members’ dedication to learning, leadership, and patient care has been the driving force behind Louisiana’s hospitals. This gathering reflects that enduring commitment – making the event impactful and inspiring as we look ahead to the next 100 years of progress. Together, we’re building a stronger healthcare system for Louisiana.

02/11/2026

Nate Kaufman with Kaufman Strategic Advisors explores how healthcare systems can responsibly navigate uncertainty and adopt proven strategies that strengthen care, access, and affordability.

02/11/2026

We are grateful to have In-Telecom, an LHA Diamond Sponsor, for their generous support of the LHA and the .

02/11/2026

Dr. Pete Croughan with the Louisiana Department of Health is providing a statewide perspective on public health initiatives.

02/11/2026

We’re back for Day 2 of the ! We look forward to another day of engaging discussions and opportunities to collaborate as we advance the future of healthcare together.

02/10/2026

We are grateful to have Vizient, Inc., an LHA Diamond Sponsor, for their generous support of the LHA and the .