Health

Alabama opens Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to ages 12 to 15

Public health officials urge parents to get their children 12 and up vaccinated to ease a return to school next year and prevent outbreaks.

May 13, 2021

A UAB physician says getting young people vaccinated is critical in the state's fight against COVID-19.

May 12, 2021

Huntsville is set to use $1.5 million to aid people without housing while Colbert County plans to start a mobile health clinic.

May 12, 2021

The scam survey promises "free reward" that never arrives and charges a shipping fee, according to state officials.

May 12, 2021

A CDC advisory panel is expected to meet Wednesday to review data and make recommendations for use among those 12 to 15.

May 11, 2021

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