Health UAB study finds oral semaglutide effective for weight loss Oral semaglutide proved nearly as effective as the injectable version for treating obesity, delivering 13.7 percent average weight loss in a 64-week trial. Staff3 days ago
Health Louisiana bill to criminalize abortion medications, echoing AG Marshall’s approach The Louisiana law echoes AG Steve Marshall's crusade in Alabama to attack reproductive health, threatening to prosecute women. Bill BrittMay 22, 2024
Health Bill would reauthorize Poison Control Center Network program The bill will provide continued support for the Alabama Poison Information Center in Birmingham. Mary Claire WootenMay 20, 2024
Health Diversicare of Montgomery celebrates National Skilled Nursing Care Week National Skilled Nursing Care week is May 12 through May 18. StaffMay 14, 2024
Health Montgomery psychiatrist named president of Alabama Medical Association Amanda Williams was sworn in as the new president of the Medical Association of the State of Alabama. StaffApril 15, 2024
Health Alabama doctors unveil “Your Care is at Our Core,” emphasizing personal connections A doctor-patient relationship based on mutual trust allows doctors to help patients navigate what can be complex health challenges. StaffApril 11, 2024
Health Medical center in Mobile resumes IVF services The Center for Reproductive Medicine in Mobile announced the decision to resume providing IVF services. Patrick DarringtonApril 2, 2024
Health 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? Bill BrittMarch 19, 2024
Health Judges choose two Alabama Performance Excellence winners The award honors the receipients for quality and performance excellence. StaffMarch 7, 2024
Health AMCC files appeal, wants Appeals Court to block depositions The AMCC really doesn't want its commissioners to have to answer questions under oath. Josh MoonFebruary 1, 2024
Health Alabama voters say mental health a top concern, support funding More than 90 percent of Alabamians identify mental health as a key priority for the state. Jacob HolmesJanuary 25, 2024