UAB vaccinating Black Alabamians at better rate than state, national averages
UAB-administered vaccinations account for 14 percent of all Alabamians who have received both required doses.
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Alabama’s vaccination numbers improve, but still lag behind other states
The Biden administration announced Tuesday that states would see a 25 percent increase in vaccine shipments this week.
Virtual town hall Friday on vaccine hesitancy among marginalized communities
The virtual town hall will take place Friday from noon until 2 p.m. and is open to the public.
Winter weather closes some vaccination sites, county health departments
Vaccination clinics are to be rescheduled, the Alabama Department of Public Health announced Sunday.
Black Alabamians make up 11 percent of COVID vaccinations, but data incomplete
The data also shows 32 percent of vaccinations were among races that were unknown or not reported.
Select Alabama Walmart, Sam’s Club pharmacies to begin vaccinations Feb. 12
The company selected 74 stores across Alabama to begin administering COVID-19 vaccines on Feb 12.
UAB, PathCheck Foundation release COVID-19 dashboard
Alabama ranks last in the nation in the percentage of vaccine doses administered, according to the dashboard.
Workers, volunteers needed for vaccination sites in Birmingham
A third community vaccine location will start serving all eligible residents on Feb. 11.
Large-scale COVID vaccination sites open Monday, but supply remains low in Alabama
Some of the clinics opening next week are already booked solid for the week.
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.