Home STD Tests Now Available In Alabama For Ages 12 And Up

Alabamians can request an at-home STD/HIV test every three months, according to state health officials.

Vaccination Rates In Alabama Among The Lowest In The Nation

Alabama ranks 49th in the country for the percentage of residents vaccinated against COVID-19, according to data from the Mayo Clinic.

Alabama Opens Vaccine Eligibility To All Over 16

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced vaccinations would be available to all 16 and older starting Monday.

How Well Is Alabama Protecting Children During COVID-19?

A new report looks at how children are faring during the COVID-19 pandemic.

CVS Offering COVID-19 Vaccines In Alabama: See Details, Locations

CVS pharmacies in Alabama are offering free COVID-19 vaccines in select stores across the state.

AL Coronavirus Vaccine Hub: Where, Who And How To Get Immunized

Find the latest information here on who is eligible to be vaccinate in Alabama and how to schedule an appointment.

COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Can Be Made Via New Alabama Website

The Alabama Department of Health has launched a new website for Alabamians to make an appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

Alabama Dept. Of Public Health Updates COVID-19 Vaccine Status

The total number of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines administered as of Friday in Alabama is 4,489, ADPH officials said.

Alabama Infant Mortality Shows Slight Uptick In 2019

A total of 449 Alabama infants died before reaching 1 year of age in 2019, according to the Alabama Dept. of Public Health.

Alabama Health Officials: Avoid Gatherings During The Holidays

Alabama continues to have significant community spread of COVID-19 that is not adequately mitigated, according to Alabama health officials.

First Doses Of Coronavirus Vaccine Given In Alabama On Tuesday

Southeast Health, in Dothan, administered the state's first dose of the vaccine to a critical care doctor.

Alabama Among Most Overweight And Obese States in America

A recent study shows Alabama among the 10 most obese and overweight states in the country.

CDC Stresses Vaccines As Alabama Enters Flu Season

With no end in sight to the coronavirus pandemic, experts say flu shots will reduce strain on health care providers this season.

Alabama Among States With Most Heart Disease Fatalities

Of the 20 states with the most heart disease deaths, 13 of them are in the South, including Alabama.

Sozo 5K goes virtual due to COVID-19

The 9th Annual Sozo Children Run for a Reason 5K converts to a virtual race due to COVID-19

Alabama Coronavirus Cases Approach 6,500; Deaths at 222

While Alabamians await details for a plan to reopen the economy, cases of coronavirus continue to surge in Mobile and Jefferson counties.

Ivey To Make Announcement Tuesday; Stay-Home Order Ends April 30

Alabama's coronavirus stay-home order is set to expire on April 30. Governor Kay Ivey is expected to announce more details on Tuesday.

Coronavirus: States Were Sent Expired Masks, Broken Ventilators

Nearly 6,000 medical masks sent to Alabama from the national stockpile had dry rot and a 2010 expiration date.

How Many People in Alabama Are Burdened With Medical Debt?

Americans spend more per capital on health care than any other country. As a result, many Americans are saddled with debt.

Alabama Coronavirus: Governor Puts National Guard On Standby

As the coronavirus continues to spread, Gov. Ivey has given the authorization to activate up to 100 guardsmen.

Stay-At-Home Survival Guide In Alabama: Food Delivery And More

Food and alcohol delivery services, restaurants offering deals, free or inexpensive streaming options, pharmacy deliveries and more.

Alabama Coronavirus: Governor Sends Message Of Hope

"Alabamians and Americans have faced many challenges before. I am confident we will get through this as well," Gov. Kay Ivey said.

Alabama Dept. Of Corrections Worker Positive For Coronavirus

This is the first confirmed case within the Alabama Department of Corrections.

AL Coronavirus: $1 Million Pledged In Support Of Relief Efforts

​The Alabama Power Foundation and the ABC Trust say they're doing their part to provide support to communities affected by the coronavirus.

Alabama Coronavirus: Governor Issues Statewide Health Order

The statewide order requires all beaches, on-site dining in restaurants to close as well as elective dental and medical procedures delayed.

2 Coronavirus Cases Confirmed At Alabama Nursing Homes

One case involves a nursing home resident, and the other involves an employee, Alabama Nursing Home Association CEO Brandon Farmer said.

UAB Infectious Disease Doctor Tests Positive For Coronavirus

Dr. Mike Saag was exposed on a family visit to New York City, according to UAB officials.

Coronavirus: Mandatory Health Orders Issued For 5 AL Counties

The mandatory health orders apply to five counties surrounding Jefferson County due to risks caused by COVID-19, health officials said.

Support Available For Alabama Workers Impacted By The Coronavirus

Alabama workers who are not able to work due to the coronavirus will be eligible to file for unemployment benefits.

Alabama Lab: Patients As Young As 12 Test Positive For COVID-19

Most people who've tested positive for the coronavirus had mild symptoms, according to Asurance Scientific Laboratories.

Coronavirus Cases In Alabama Climb To 106

Fifty of those cases are in Jefferson County​, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.

New Measures Taken To Reduce The Coronavirus In Alabama

ADPH updated its guidelines Tuesday. They include prohibiting on-premise consumption of food or drink for one week.

Coronavirus Study: How Many Adults Are At Higher Risk In Alabama

The Kaiser Family Foundation has released a study of how many U.S. adults are at risk of serious illness if infected with coronavirus.

Alabama Coronavirus: Recommendations For Public Gatherings Issued

One of the recommendations includes no mass gatherings of 50 persons or more, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.

Alabama Officials: Trump Says Evacuees Not Coming To Anniston

A collection of U.S. coronavirus infected patients from a cruise ship in Japan were announced to be possibly coming to Anniston, Alabama.

How Some AL Sheriffs Force Inmates Into Medical Debt

Sheriffs in multiple Alabama counties refuse to pay for some of their jail inmates’ health care needs. The inmates are personally billed.

Flu Activity High In AL: How To Stay Healthy Over Thanksgiving

The flu season is underway in the U.S., and activity is continuing to increase.

Romaine Lettuce Warning In AL As E.coli Linked To Recalled Salad

After a multi-state E. coli outbreak, new federal guidance says to avoid lettuce grown in a region in California.

100K Pounds Of Salad Recalled Due To E.coli: Alabama Affected

Nearly 100,000 pounds of salad has been recalled because it may be contaminated with E.coli, some shipped to Alabama.

Chicken Products Recalled For Metal Contamination Risk

More than 2 million pounds of the products that were shipped to institutions in Alabama have been recalled.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.