UK COVID variant found in three people in Alabama
The CDC says there's no evidence the new variant makes people sicker or increases deaths, and current vaccines appear effective.
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Department of Public Health to hold vaccination clinics in some counties
It was unclear Tuesday how much vaccine the state would be sending to these South Alabama counties.
ASU named vaccine site, will focus on underserved community
The university will vaccinate its health care workers and safety personnel, and then partner with the Montgomery Housing Authority.
Officials caution against dropping guard as COVID numbers dip
At one point last week, just 39 of the state’s approximately 1,600 ICU beds were available. Vaccine supply remains low.
Gov. Kay Ivey extends mask order, but COVID-19 vaccine supply is low
Dr. Scott Harris said hospitals "by and large are out" of vaccines and largely only have enough for required second doses.
Alabama’s COVID-19 vaccine supply in question
A UAB doctor said the hospital could do more, if it had more vaccine.
Alabama’s vaccination reporting problems could threaten future shipments, but fixes underway
Dr. Karen Landers said earlier plans for an online registration portal didn't come to fruition, but it could be online within two weeks.
Ivey asks for patience from public on COVID vaccine
"We will get shots in the arm and off the shelf. In the meantime, be patient," Ivey said.
The federal government promised additional vaccine doses. They’re not coming
An Alabama Department of Public Health spokesman said the federal government's inconsistent flow of vaccines makes planning difficult.
Alabama officials working to ID missed COVID-19 deaths
It will be some time before we can truly understand the death and destruction caused by COVID-19.