Select Alabama Walmart, Sam’s Club pharmacies to begin vaccinations Feb. 12
The company selected 74 stores across Alabama to begin administering COVID-19 vaccines on Feb 12.
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UAB, PathCheck Foundation release COVID-19 dashboard
Alabama ranks last in the nation in the percentage of vaccine doses administered, according to the dashboard.
Workers, volunteers needed for vaccination sites in Birmingham
A third community vaccine location will start serving all eligible residents on Feb. 11.
Large-scale COVID vaccination sites open Monday, but supply remains low in Alabama
Some of the clinics opening next week are already booked solid for the week.
Alabama’s COVID-19 vaccine eligibility check, scheduling website is live
Users can schedule to be vaccinated, if their county has vaccine, and sign up to be notified when their county does have doses on hand.
UAB Hospital opening two more drive-thru vaccination sites
UAB Hospitals two new vaccination sites will join the existing drive-thru location at UAB's Highland campus.
COVID vaccine is the best bet for pregnant women, UAB expert says
While concerns about side effects can't be dismissed, there is broad consensus that the risks posed by the virus are far greater.
Alabama expands vaccination eligibility, but supply remains low
State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris said the decision wasn't easy, as the supply of vaccines is still too low to meet demands.
UAB doctor: COVID vaccine is a “godsend.” Take it
Vaccines have worked beyond anyone’s imagination, in terms of both efficacy and safety, Saag said.
American Lung Association gives state failing grade on preventing tobacco use
Tobacco use and secondhand smoke exposure disproportionately impact certain communities.