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U.S. could reach herd immunity by late spring, virus expert says

Alabama would need to have 3.5 million people with immunity for the virus's spread to die down on its own.

February 24, 2021

UAB vaccinating Black Alabamians at better rate than state, national averages

UAB-administered vaccinations account for 14 percent of all Alabamians who have received both required doses.

February 19, 2021

Alabama’s vaccination numbers improve, but still lag behind other states

The Biden administration announced Tuesday that states would see a 25 percent increase in vaccine shipments this week.

February 17, 2021

Virtual town hall Friday on vaccine hesitancy among marginalized communities

The virtual town hall will take place Friday from noon until 2 p.m. and is open to the public.

February 17, 2021

Winter weather closes some vaccination sites, county health departments

Vaccination clinics are to be rescheduled, the Alabama Department of Public Health announced Sunday.

February 15, 2021

Black Alabamians make up 11 percent of COVID vaccinations, but data incomplete

The data also shows 32 percent of vaccinations were among races that were unknown or not reported.

February 13, 2021

Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs installs equipment to combat COVID

The $620,000 cost of the equipment is to be paid for through federal CARES Act funds.

February 11, 2021

Select Alabama Walmart, Sam’s Club pharmacies to begin vaccinations Feb. 12

The company selected 74 stores across Alabama to begin administering COVID-19 vaccines on Feb 12.

February 9, 2021

UAB, PathCheck Foundation release COVID-19 dashboard

Alabama ranks last in the nation in the percentage of vaccine doses administered, according to the dashboard.

February 9, 2021

Workers, volunteers needed for vaccination sites in Birmingham

A third community vaccine location will start serving all eligible residents on Feb. 11.

February 6, 2021