Alabama’s vaccination numbers improve, but still lag behind other states
The Biden administration announced Tuesday that states would see a 25 percent increase in vaccine shipments this week.
Alabama Department of Public Health
Black Alabamians make up 11 percent of COVID vaccinations, but data incomplete
The data also shows 32 percent of vaccinations were among races that were unknown or not reported.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.