Nursing homes had been pretty much off-limits to in-person visits since September, with some nursing homes not even allowing socially-distanced visits.
Governor Edwards announced during his press conference that individuals between the ages of 55-64 with one or more health conditions will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine starting on February 22, 2021. This move will also include teachers and support staff working on-site at K-12 schools as well as daycare staff.