Many Alabama schools return to remote learning before Thanksgiving
Alabama school districts reported 1,592 positive cases last week, up 536 cases from the previous week.
Health
UAB Hospital has cared for more than one person reinfected with COVID-19
UAB Hospital has cared for more than one patient who recovered from coronavirus only to contract it again.
Jones: Post-election “chaos” making it harder to pass COVID aid
Congress returned to a lame-duck session on Monday, but turmoil surrounding the election outcome is frustrating negotiations on several critical pieces of legislation.
Jones “encouraged” by SCOTUS hearing on Affordable Care Act
“You can sometimes read tea leaves a little bit, so I'm encouraged,” Jones said of reports he’s read detailing the hearing.
“Slipping back down that precipice:” COVID-19 surging in Alabama ahead of holidays
Rising cases and hospitalizations are all the more concerning as holidays approach and people are desperate to see their families.
UAB doctor: Pfizer vaccine promising, but masks, social distancing needed as cases rise
Dr. Paul Goepfert said the announcement was “extremely good news” but said social distancing and wearing masks need to continue.
Alabama schools report 1,056 new cases among students, staff
The increase is likely due to many more districts reporting data than had done so previously.
Alabama Department of Public Health releases COVID-19 vaccine plan
In a statement, ADPH said the 48-page plan details how the department will allocate vaccines if and when one becomes available.
AEA threatens legal action against doctors writing excuses to break COVID-19 quarantine period
The AEA said it has learned from numerous members that this practice is happening all too often, and it’s placing lives at risk.
Federation of Independent Businesses state director thanks governor for easing capacity requirements
"This is great news. Small businesses are doing everything they can to get through this crisis, but they'll never make it without customers," said NFIB state director Rosemary Elebash in a statement.