UAB doctor: COVID vaccine is a “godsend.” Take it
Vaccines have worked beyond anyone’s imagination, in terms of both efficacy and safety, Saag said.
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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.
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57 Alabama inmates have died after testing positive for COVID-19
Approximately 58 percent of incarcerated people in Alabama's prisons have been tested for COVID-19.
After rash of deaths, AEA calls on MPS to reassess coronavirus protocols
With 10 deaths since November and four deaths within 48 hours, AEA says MPS officials must act to protect teachers and staff.
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.
Alabama’s vaccination reporting problems could threaten future shipments, but fixes underway
Dr. Karen Landers said earlier plans for an online registration portal didn't come to fruition, but it could be online within two weeks.
Ivey asks for patience from public on COVID vaccine
"We will get shots in the arm and off the shelf. In the meantime, be patient," Ivey said.
The federal government promised additional vaccine doses. They’re not coming
An Alabama Department of Public Health spokesman said the federal government's inconsistent flow of vaccines makes planning difficult.