COVID-19

Legislature

State Rep. Colvin files bill to block mask mandates

A variety of medical experts, including at UAB, have published statistics that show masks were an effective way to prevent the COVID-19 transmission.

December 8, 2023

Only three states have a higher disease frequency and mortality rate than Alabama, and just two states have a lower life expectancy.

October 5, 2023

Marrazzo will have her work cut out for her, as the COVID-19 pandemic put prior director Anthony Fauci under a microscope.

August 3, 2023

The bill was met with no opposition and moved to the House floor for potential passage.

April 27, 2023

The law will give visitors more access to their loved ones in healthcare facilities including hospitals and assisted living facilities.

April 19, 2023

The bill ensures patients at health care facilities can be visited by at least one caregiver each day for a minimum of two hours.

April 7, 2023

The legislation would allow residents and patients of health care facilities to "visit with any individual of their choosing" during visiting hours.

March 24, 2023

Qualifying households will get $120 for each participating student to buy SNAP-eligible food at stores that accept EBT cards.

March 21, 2023

A couple of Democratic members voiced concerns about the bill Tuesday, but only three Republicans ultimately voted against it.

March 15, 2023

Money from $1 billion in federal COVID aid may just scratch the surface, organizations say.

March 13, 2023