Health

Health officer: Alabama could reach herd immunity by late summer, if vaccinations increase

State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris urged the public to get vaccinated, or Alabama could see another deadly COVID-19 spike.

May 6, 2021

The Alabama Academy of Ophthalmology is sharing valuable information about how to take care of your vision.

May 6, 2021

The number of doses administered in Alabama has dropped by more than 40 percent since April 13.

May 4, 2021

Gov. Kay Ivey's order was previously set to expire Wednesday. She's also extending the state of emergency until July 6.

May 4, 2021

State health officials say younger people are not seeking out vaccines as much as older people.

May 3, 2021

A separate report shows Black Alabamians, women make up a disproportionate percentage of low wage workers without health insurance.

April 30, 2021

Federal regulators say using Johnson & Johnson could save as many as 1,400 lives over the next six months.

April 27, 2021

State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris said there have been no reports of adverse reactions in Alabama.

April 13, 2021

Currently, no COVID-19 vaccine has FDA authorization for those under the age of 16. Only Pfizer has authorization for 16 and up.

April 9, 2021

The American Rescue Plan Act could cover the initial costs of making 300,000 uninsured Alabamians eligible, advocates say.

April 8, 2021