ALFA Insurance targets health sector amid regulatory debate in Alabama
Should a new health insurance model be permitted to operate outside the established financial safeguards that protect consumers?
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New law addressing Alabama’s doctor shortage takes effect Aug. 1
The bill accelerates processes for out-of-state and international physicians to begin practicing in the state.
UA receives $3.5 million to confront nursing faculty shortage
One-third of the current nurse educator workforce is projected to retire by 2025.
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See recent postsAre Alabama Christians filing religious exemptions taking God’s name in vain?
More than 85 percent of Alabamians identify as Christians, and very few branches of Christianity have any instruction regarding vaccines.
Senate passes bill requiring businesses to allow vaccine exemptions
Democrats challenged the bill’s lack of mechanisms to vet claims or punish fraudulent exemption claims.
Alabama AG advises employers on medical and religious exemptions
The joint statement's advice limiting employers ability to inquire about the validity of a person's religious beliefs is counter to updated federal guidance.
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See recent postsThe modern medical equivalent to bleeding
That licensed physicians would spread the kind of misinformation they have is unforgivable.
Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist sexual assault victims statewide
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $418,404 grant to support sexual assault victims across Alabama. The Alabama Coalition Against Rape, a nonprofit organization that assists victims of sexual violence and conducts outreach and education, is using the funds to continue its efforts to provide services to victims and prevent further assaults. The coalition has provided … Continued
August 31, 2020
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See recent postsEpidemic of marijuana addictions
As a minister and leader in the church today, one of my greatest responsibilities is helping those I lead fully realize the life to which God has called them. So often we see in church today people choosing a temporary escape over the abundant life God has for them. When faced with pain and frustration, … Continued
Pre-K task force endorses Gov. Ivey’s first Pre-K expansion recommendation
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey’s Fiscal Year 2020 budget proposal includes a $25 million expansion of Alabama’s state-funded, high-quality and voluntary First Class Pre-K program. If approved by the state legislature, the proposed funding increase would open an additional 240 classrooms next year and help bring the total number of First Class classrooms statewide close to … Continued
March 6, 2019