Groups call on Alabama to expand Medicaid after COVID aid brings back incentives
The aid package signed into law by President Biden on Thursday removes the major barrier to expansion, advocates say.
Health
Advocates say at-risk people receiving at-home care need vaccines, too
Those on home waiver programs would otherwise be living in nursing homes, where they would have access to vaccines.
Alabama Nursing Home Association responds to new federal visitation guidance
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services released updated visitation guidance for nursing homes Wednesday.
March 11, 2021
Two Alabama National Guard teams to begin COVID-19 vaccinations March 23
The two mobile units are to administer at least 8,000 vaccinations weekly in underserved, rural areas.
State health officer: Alabama could expand vaccinations before April 9
Asked when the state will open up to the next phase, Harris said it’s possible it will happen before April 9.
EAMC hospitals to require masks after statewide order expires April 9
An EAMC hospital spokesman said the state hasn't yet reached herd immunity and masks are critical to slowing the spread.
Alabama nursing homes report declining COVID-19 cases
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has not revised its visitation restrictions.
March 5, 2021
Ivey extends mask mandate, relaxes other COVID restrictions
The mask mandate is to remain in effect until April 9, when the governor plans to allow it to expire.
Lt. Gov. Ainsworth calls for governor to rescind statewide mask order
A UAB doctor urges governor to extend the mask order, citing COVID-19 variants and vulnerable population.
Alabama surpasses 10,000 COVID-19 deaths
Roughly 36 percent of the deaths occurred during the months of December and January.