Health

Alabama Board of Medical Examiners awarded for reducing mental health stigma in licensing

The Alabama Board of Medical Examiners removed intrusive mental health questions from license applications.

August 21, 2025

Montgomery medical transport provider faces crisis over decreased Medicaid rates

Choice Transport, a crucial service for Montgomery's most vulnerable, faces significant rate cuts, jeopardizing its ability to serve Medicaid recipients.

August 18, 2025

Protesters to deliver caskets to Tuberville office over deadly budget cuts

Advocates and clergy are protesting deep cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and rural healthcare, delivering caskets to symbolize lives lost due to the budget.

August 18, 2025

Doctor, medical and insurance with a child in a clinic for his vaccination.

Bill reintroduced to ease religious exemptions in Alabama schools

The bill would allow written declarations for vaccine religious exemptions in Alabama schools and colleges.

August 14, 2025

Sen. Britt advances funding for Alabama hospitals and universities

Britt secured more than $28.63 million in Congressionally Directed Spending for Alabama’s medical centers, hospitals, and universities.

August 14, 2025

American Cancer Society speaks out on threats to Alabama research grants

Proposed federal budget cuts threatened Alabama's cancer research. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network launched a campaign and billboards to fight back.

August 5, 2025

Alabama among top states for attracting out-of-state physicians through interstate compact

A new report revealed Alabama made significant progress, expanding patient access by attracting qualified out-of-state physicians through streamlined licensing.

July 30, 2025

Bill reintroduced to enhance religious exemptions for vaccinations, mask-use

This bill, entitled the Alabama Conscientious Right to Refuse Act, cited "reasons of conscience, including religious convictions" as legally protected justifications.

July 16, 2025

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.

June 26, 2025

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.

June 26, 2025