Lawmaker says COVID vaccine exemption forms “working exactly as they should”
More than 30,000 forms have been downloaded and only 31 have been appealed, according to the law's sponsor Sen. Chris Elliot, R-Fairhope.
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FDA approves first antiviral pill for treatment of COVID
Pfizer's Paxlovid pill is designed for the treatment of mild-to-moderate cases of COVID-19 in patients 12 and older.
Organizations challenge use of COVID relief funds to build prisons
“Building more prisons is a gross misuse of funds that were sent to help the people of Alabama, not punish them,” said JaTaune Bosby.
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Judge temporarily blocks Biden’s vaccine mandate for healthcare workers
U.S. District Judge Terry Doughty's order widens another judge's order, making the temporary ban nationwide.
Study: Alabamians’ personal income boosted by federal COVID aid
Alabamians' boost in personal income was lower than in neighboring states, however.
UAB pediatric infectious disease expert urges children get COVID vaccine
Alabama has the fourth-lowest percentage of residents fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Contractors’ association challenging OSHA COVID ruling in court
The group's leaders say the rule could exacerbate issues facing the construction industry, including a labor shortage.
UAB pediatrician urges parents to vaccinate children 5 to 11 once available
COVID-19 is the eighth leading cause of death for the age group.
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We don’t seem to have the patience it’ll take to really turn the corner on COVID.
Southern Research to invest nearly $20 million, add 50 jobs to Birmingham campus
Southern Research sold the company's Maryland facility and plans to invest more on its Birmingham campus.