Health

Saraland designated as second healthy Alabama community in state

The city exceeded requirements through initiatives focused on physical activity, nutrition access, and breastfeeding support.

November 7, 2025

Survey: Caregivers say Medicare Advantage eases burdens and cuts costs

A survey finds caregivers overwhelmingly credit Medicare Advantage with easing burdens, saving time and money.

November 5, 2025

Medical Association, BCBS announce enhancements to “prior authorization” process

The changes aim to ensure less paperwork for chronic conditions and no surprise denials.

November 5, 2025

Rep. Sewell releases statement on start of ACA Open Enrollment

Last Friday, Sewell released a statement as over 450,000 Alabamians looked to enroll in health care coverage.

November 3, 2025

Lawmakers, advocates discuss push to cut prostate cancer screening barriers

Bipartisan legislation prefiled for Alabama’s 2026 session would require insurance providers to fully cover prostate cancer screenings for at-risk populations.

October 21, 2025

Alabama sees poor ranking on state Medicare scorecard

A new report placed Alabama's Medicare performance among the ten worst states nationwide.

October 17, 2025

Jackson Hospital on brink of closure, officials tell Montgomery City Council

With only $2 million left, officials warned the city council that Jackson Hospital faced imminent closure without a critical loan to cover expenses.

October 2, 2025

Alabama commission hears testimonies on drone use in health, disaster response

CVS Health discussed planned drone use for medical supply logistics and disaster response, aiming to boost out-of-hospital cardiac event survival rates significantly.

October 1, 2025

Pre-filed bill would eliminate prostate cancer screening costs for high-risk men

Advocacy groups said Livingston's bill is a crucial step toward improving prostate cancer treatment and reducing the cancer burden in Alabama.

September 29, 2025

Local pediatricians combat fear of Tylenol use during pregnancy

Local pediatricians and OB-GYNs advised continued but careful Tylenol use during pregnancy, emphasizing evidence over political rhetoric.

September 26, 2025