Alabama Department of Public Health

Madison schedules second public hearing on water fluoridation decision

Madison, Alabama, wants to stop water fluoridation due to safety and cost concerns, but this has sparked mixed public reactions and opposition.

Mary Claire Wooten

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May 13, 2025

HHS cuts $239 million in grants for Alabama public health, research programs

Cut programs included funding for childhood vaccinations, COVID-era public health grants, and research on sexual and gender minorities’ health issues.

Chance Phillips

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March 31, 2025

Sen. Waggoner passes bill to increase safety in youth sports

The bill mandates that the Alabama Department of Public Health take an active role in enforcing the Coach Safely Act.

February 28, 2025

Maternal autopsy program: A vital tool in Alabama’s fight to save lives

Alabama’s maternal mortality rate is nearly double the national average.

Bill Britt

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November 29, 2024

Gov. Ivey awards grant for program to combat distracted driving

The campaign aims to reduce the number of children killed in distracted driving incidents by 10 percent.

October 11, 2024

Report: Alabama Department of Public Health ranks high in workforce stability

ADPH, led by Dr. Scott Harris and employing approximately 2,700 workers, has been recognized for its employee retention and workplace satisfaction.

August 21, 2024

Results of STD testing reveal new cases of Syphilis and HIV at ADOC facility

The results are from a test of 1,227 incarcerated individuals at Staton Correctional Facility.

Patrick Darrington

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April 4, 2024

STD screening held at ADOC facility amid alleged outbreak

The Alabama Department of Public Health conducted the STD screening at Staton Correctional Facility.

Patrick Darrington

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March 5, 2024

Lead plaintiff in birthing center lawsuit gets temporary license

Oasis Birthing Center of Birmingham, the lead plaintiff in a lawsuit against the Alabama Department of Public Health, is back in business.

Jacob Holmes

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January 11, 2024