hospitals

Health

Sen. Britt advances funding for Alabama hospitals and universities

Britt secured more than $28.63 million in Congressionally Directed Spending for Alabama’s medical centers, hospitals, and universities.

August 14, 2025

The Alabama Hospital Association announced a leadership transition, marking the first time a woman will lead the Association.

July 2, 2025

Hospitals across Alabama are responsible for sustaining 143,000 jobs statewide, according to a new report.

March 12, 2025

Opinion

Voters in this state, compelled by one fabricated, fictional rightwing crisis after another, ignored the everyday realities facing them.

November 1, 2023

Opinion

Alabama hospitals are hemorrhaging red ink financially and it's been estimated that at least 17 hospitals are at risk of closing permanently

October 19, 2023

The legislation extends the period to 45 days and enables some fire stations to accept surrendered newborns.

June 7, 2023

The bill strengthens a patient’s rights by allowing their family members to be present in a hospital room.

April 28, 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 legislation would allow residents and patients of health care facilities to "visit with any individual of their choosing" during visiting hours.

March 24, 2023

The House concurred 96-0 with the Senate's amended legislation. Final approval now rests with Gov. Kay Ivey.

March 16, 2023