I just found this out and thought I would pass it on....but if you need a birth certificate or death certificate for Louisiana.....you can now go to the Calcasieu Parish Health certificate and get.....Prices are: Birth certificate $15.00 Birth card $ 9.00 Death Certificate $5.00 You get it as quick as their computer can print it! This is wonderful! The health unit is located at 721 E. Prien Lake Rd - Lake Charles, LA . Have a great day! Margaret P.S. Sorry for the duplicate postings, just wanted to make sure I let everyone know.