The Louisiana Department of Health (“LDH,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and safeguarded when you visit our website (the “Site”).
1. Information We Collect
a) Information You Voluntarily Provide
You may provide information such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Messages or inquiries submitted through forms
b) Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visit
This information is used for analytics and system security.
2. How We Use Information
We may use collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries
- Provide requested services or resources
- Improve website performance
- Monitor site security
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell or rent personal information.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The Site may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and collect aggregate usage data.
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
4. Sharing of Information
Information may be shared:
- With authorized government personnel
- With service providers performing services on our behalf
- When required by law or legal process
All reasonable steps are taken to limit disclosure.
5. Data Security
LDH implements administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
No system can be guaranteed 100% secure.
6. Children’s Privacy
This Site is not directed toward children under 13. LDH does not knowingly collect personal information from children.
7. External Links
LDH is not responsible for privacy practices of third-party websites.
8. Your Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights to request access to your information, request corrections, or request deletion (where legally permitted).
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.
9. Changes to Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted with an updated date.
10. Contact Information
Louisiana Department of Health
628 N. 4th Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 877-770-7867