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Some Oakdale Middle School parents say the health survey questions about sex crossed the line and were not age-appropriate.

If you're planning a beach trip make sure you know which beaches are the safest options for you and your family.

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) issued a swimming advisory for the North I-10 beach in Lake Charles due to high levels of bacteria.

Some of South Louisiana's favorite beach spots are included in this advisory for high levels of bacteria.

Health officials are making free flu shots available to Louisiana residents again this flu season.