Health Report ranks Alabama among worst states for maternal, infant health A new March of Dimes report card placed Alabama among U.S. states with the worst maternal health outcomes, citing high mortality and preterm birth... Wesley Walter7 hours ago
Health Suit filed against med spa that allegedly provided unapproved drugs Morris Haynes is representing a dozen patients who were injected with unapproved drugs at the Cullman-based clinic. Jacob Holmes5 days ago
Health Rural Hospital Investment Program approves hospital applications The board approved applications from 50 rural hospitals, establishing a program for tax credit contributions modeled after Georgia's successful initiative. Wesley Walter5 days ago
Health AG Marshall alleges med spa provided unapproved weight loss drugs A medical spa faced allegations of administering unapproved weight-loss drugs to patients, prompting a temporary shutdown and asset freeze. Wesley WalterNovember 11, 2025
Health Gov. Ivey submits rural health transformation plan to federal government The detailed plan utilized funding provided by the Rural Health Transformation Program, established this year by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Wesley WalterNovember 7, 2025
Health ACA subsidy debate continues as Alabamians face rising insurance costs More than 477,000 Alabamians are enrolled in ACA Healthcare Marketplace insurance plans, over 90 percent of whom receive subsidized coverage. Wesley WalterNovember 7, 2025
Health Saraland designated as second healthy Alabama community in state The city exceeded requirements through initiatives focused on physical activity, nutrition access, and breastfeeding support. StaffNovember 7, 2025
Health Survey: Caregivers say Medicare Advantage eases burdens and cuts costs A survey finds caregivers overwhelmingly credit Medicare Advantage with easing burdens, saving time and money. StaffNovember 5, 2025
Health Medical Association, BCBS announce enhancements to “prior authorization” process The changes aim to ensure less paperwork for chronic conditions and no surprise denials. StaffNovember 5, 2025
Health Rep. Sewell releases statement on start of ACA Open Enrollment Last Friday, Sewell released a statement as over 450,000 Alabamians looked to enroll in health care coverage. StaffNovember 3, 2025