New Orleans, City

Located in New Orleans, the City of New Orleans Health Department protects and maintains the health of citizens, visitors and communities through disease mapping, prevention and management services. It provides food and educational services for low-income families. The department also offers counseling services on topics related to infant formula preparation, bottle sterilization of and feeding problems. It provides nutrition services for patients who undergo early periodic screening and diagnosis treatment. The department offers mental health care services for children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral problems. The City of New Orleans Health Department provides emergency medical care services during the situations of natural and man-made disasters. The department additionally offers psychotherapy and medication management services. It provides on-site educational programs for students in kindergarten through grade 12. The department also offers psychiatric evaluation, psychosocial assessment, and family and play therapy services.