At least one of nine COVID-hospitalized children in Alabama on a ventilator
As the delta variant spreads, Alabama's COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are rising.
Alabama Department of Public Health
Delta variant made up nearly 71 percent of Alabama’s recent samples
COVID-19 hospitalizations were up 69 percent on Tuesday from two weeks before.
Nearly all COVID-19 hospitalizations in Alabama are among unvaccinated
The Alabama Department of Public Health is working to learn how many new cases, deaths are of the unvaccinated.
ADPH, UAB launch Alabama Regional Center for Infection Prevention and Control
The new center will provide consultation and support services to boost infectious disease prevention and control efforts across Alabama.
Alabama has second fewest number fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Only Mississippi has fewer fully vaccinated residents. Alabama ranks third-lowest among those who have received at least one dose.
Governor signs bill allowing restaurants to have dog dining areas
Restaurants will be allowed to set aside outside dining areas where customers can eat meals with their dogs.
Alabama opens Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to ages 12 to 15
Public health officials urge parents to get their children 12 and up vaccinated to ease a return to school next year and prevent outbreaks.
CDC panel recommends Pfizer vaccine for 12- to 15-year-olds
A UAB physician says getting young people vaccinated is critical in the state's fight against COVID-19.
FDA OKs Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for children 12 to 15
A CDC advisory panel is expected to meet Wednesday to review data and make recommendations for use among those 12 to 15.
Health officer: Alabama could reach herd immunity by late summer, if vaccinations increase
State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris urged the public to get vaccinated, or Alabama could see another deadly COVID-19 spike.