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 Walter4 days ago
Health Analysis | Rural hospitals closure crisis: Alabama’s healthcare safety net at risk Alabama's Medicaid expansion reluctance worsens financial strain, leaving over a dozen hospitals at risk, especially in rural areas facing operational challenges. Bill BrittOctober 31, 2024
Health Analysis | Alabama’s Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API’s myths and fears Alabama isn’t just turning down federal funds — it’s turning its back on its own people. Bill BrittOctober 23, 2024
Health Alabama hospitals work to address IV shortage following hurricane The FDA formally declared a shortage of three fluid products on Oct. 11. Wesley WalterOctober 16, 2024
Health Anniston clinic receives grant for mental health programming The clinic is introducing Thrive, a program that will seek to address mental health crises among underserved populations. Alex JobinOctober 15, 2024
Health Alabama faces dental crisis fueled by inadequate Medicaid coverage Alabama has the nation’s second-lowest ratio of dentists per population. Alex JobinOctober 10, 2024
Health Southern Research launches project offering free genetic testing Patients across Alabama will have access to free genetic tests and clinical insights about medications and risks for certain chronic diseases. Jacob HolmesOctober 9, 2024
Health Jarrod Johnson named CEO of UAB Callahan Eye Johnson comes to UAB from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pennsylvania. StaffOctober 1, 2024
Health Thomasville Regional Medical Center closure intensifies Alabama’s rural healthcare crisis Financial challenges have plagued the hospital since it lost COVID-related federal aid in 2022. StaffSeptember 27, 2024
Health Fertility doctor speaks on IVF, HOPE with Fertility Services Act The HOPE Act is looking to establish "mandates to cover" across all 50 states. Alex JobinSeptember 11, 2024
Health Prior authorization delays “disheartening” as patients suffer, says Alabama doctor Delays caused by prior authorization are a growing problem that leave frustrated patients stuck. StaffSeptember 5, 2024