Prefiled bill would overhaul Alabama’s new hemp regulation law
Senate Bill 1, reintroduced by Sen. April Weaver, would upend the House Bill 445's framework and restrict sales to licensed pharmacies.
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Medicaid cuts could exacerbate healthcare disparities in Alabama’s Black Belt
A new policy brief detailed long-standing healthcare disparities facing Alabama's Black Belt region, warning of exacerbation by potential Medicaid cuts.
The Renewal Project announces statewide launch
The groundbreaking organization will address the most constant barrier to reliable care for patients: cost.
June 25, 2025
EPA data shows 165M people exposed to ‘forever chemicals’ in U.S. drinking water
New data shows 6.5 million more Americans had drinking water contaminated by toxic “forever chemicals."
June 24, 2025
Alabama Medical Association thanks Trump for prioritizing doctor visa applications
The action ensured physicians could begin residency training, helping alleviate shortages, especially in rural Alabama.
June 24, 2025
Republican budget could cost billions for Alabama, other states yet to expand Medicaid
A new report detailed how Republican budget proposals could cost non-expansion states billions, risking coverage for millions and jeopardizing health sector jobs.
Alabama health facilities seek to expand mental health, geriatric care
Alabama's State Health Planning and Development Agency heard proposals to strengthen mental health, geriatric, and physical rehabilitation services across the state.
Senate Republicans’ proposed Medicaid cuts threaten to shutter Alabama hospitals
Experts warned that proposed Medicaid cuts would leave millions without coverage, with even greater cuts now threatening Alabama hospitals.
New report ranks Alabama’s health system 42nd in the nation
The report finds that while substantial progress has been made toward increasing health care coverage for all Americans, concerning trends are on the rise.
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See recent postsDon’t let Alabama’s rural healthcare collapse — act now
Healthcare in Alabama is in a fragile state. The resident physicians delayed today will be the providers missing from tomorrow’s clinics.