Health

Jackson Hospital on brink of closure, officials tell Montgomery City Council

With only $2 million left, officials warned the city council that Jackson Hospital faced imminent closure without a critical loan to cover expenses.

Jacob Holmes

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October 2, 2025

Alabama commission hears testimonies on drone use in health, disaster response

CVS Health discussed planned drone use for medical supply logistics and disaster response, aiming to boost out-of-hospital cardiac event survival rates significantly.

Wesley Walter

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October 1, 2025

Pre-filed bill would eliminate prostate cancer screening costs for high-risk men

Advocacy groups said Livingston's bill is a crucial step toward improving prostate cancer treatment and reducing the cancer burden in Alabama.

Alex Jobin

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September 29, 2025

Local pediatricians combat fear of Tylenol use during pregnancy

Local pediatricians and OB-GYNs advised continued but careful Tylenol use during pregnancy, emphasizing evidence over political rhetoric.

Jacob Holmes

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September 26, 2025

Alabama hospitals to face millions in losses if ACA subsidies expire

A new report found providers nationwide would face billions in lost revenues and uncompensated care spikes if Congress allows ACA subsidies to expire.

Wesley Walter

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September 26, 2025

Gov. Ivey declares September as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer affecting men.

September 25, 2025

Non-emergency medical transporters express frustration with Alabama Medicaid Agency

New flat reimbursement rates left non-emergency medical transporters struggling, with many seeing dramatic decreases in compensation for critical services.

Alex Jobin

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September 23, 2025

Report featuring ADPH head highlights threats to public health funding

A new report raised concerns about proposed federal funding cuts impacting public health. The head of the Alabama Department of Public Health shared insights.

Wesley Walter

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September 19, 2025

Healthcare coalition calls on Congress to defend “critical” insurance subsidies

An Alabama medical advocacy coalition raised the alarm regarding potential Affordable Care Act premium increases, citing concerns for nearly half a million Alabamians.

Wesley Walter

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September 17, 2025