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New Orleans Health Department Braces for $10.8M Cuts, Impacting Services and Response Times

Cuts to New Orleans Health Department will impact vital services. Residents may face longer wait times for emergency responses.

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New Orleans Health Department Braces for $10.8M Cuts, Impacting Services and Response Times

The New Orleans Health Department is preparing for significant cuts to its core health and human services, which may impact the USA's residents. The department anticipates a total reduction of roughly $10.8 million, with non-General Fund dollars decreasing by about $7.28 million. This will lead to reduced services and potential delays in emergency response times.

The cuts will impact various services. Nurse home visiting services, which support families after childbirth, may struggle to reach every family due to reduced resources. Violence interruption work will also be scaled back, with fewer interventions and support for victims and families. Help with basic needs, such as food security, will also be reduced.

The department faces a $3 million cut, with funds falling from $13 million to $9.49 million. This reduction will affect services funded by federal agencies like the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, as well as state and local government funding sources. Crisis teams may take longer to respond to mental health and domestic violence emergencies due to these cuts.

The New Orleans Health Department will operate with significantly less funding in the coming year, which may impact health insurance coverage and access to care for residents. This will result in reduced services and potential delays in emergency response times. The department is preparing to adapt to these changes and ensure the best possible care with the available resources.

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