Congress Rep. Sewell files bill to freeze Medicare home health spending, block proposed cuts This legislation would pause impending funding reductions to give Congress and the industry time to develop a better, more sustainable payment system. Wesley Walter2 hours ago
Health PEEHIP board talks rising insurance costs, rural hospitals, drug tariffs The PEEHIP board navigated discussions on rising medical and pharmaceutical costs, reviewing budget allocations and future projections. Wesley Walter4 days ago
Health Veterans Resource Center Board talks operational plans at inaugural meeting Members of the Alabama Veterans Resource Center Board discussed plans to improve support programs for veterans at their inaugural meeting. Wesley WalterAugust 29, 2025
Health Alabama Department of Public Health confirms case of measles This case is the first recorded in Alabama since 2002. Mary Claire WootenAugust 26, 2025
Health Opinion | New blood tests that detect cancer at early stages could save countless lives We know early detection means everything. A multi-cancer early detection test would be a game-changer. Keshonda NoblesAugust 26, 2025
Health Tuberville convenes veteran mental health hearing on alternative therapies Researchers and advocates explored alternative therapies like psychedelics and hyperbaric oxygen for veterans' PTSD and traumatic brain injuries. Wesley WalterAugust 25, 2025
Health Senate hearing in Alabama explores new therapies to combat PTSD, veteran suicide crisis A Montevallo field hearing will bring VA leaders, researchers and veterans together to examine emerging treatments offering hope for mental health. Bill BrittAugust 22, 2025
Health Alabama Board of Medical Examiners awarded for reducing mental health stigma in licensing The Alabama Board of Medical Examiners removed intrusive mental health questions from license applications. Alex JobinAugust 21, 2025
Congress Montgomery medical transport provider faces crisis over decreased Medicaid rates Choice Transport, a crucial service for Montgomery's most vulnerable, faces significant rate cuts, jeopardizing its ability to serve Medicaid recipients. Alex JobinAugust 18, 2025
Health Protesters to deliver caskets to Tuberville office over deadly budget cuts Advocates and clergy are protesting deep cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and rural healthcare, delivering caskets to symbolize lives lost due to the budget. StaffAugust 18, 2025