Legislature House sends bill creating healthcare visitation rights to Ivey’s desk The bill ensures patients at health care facilities can be visited by at least one caregiver each day for a minimum of two hours. Jacob HolmesApril 7, 2023
State Business Council of Alabama announces “Renew Alabama” The four-year plan aims to propel Alabama to become a national leader in innovation, workforce development, healthcare and economic growth. StaffMarch 24, 2023
Health Advocacy groups to rally for Medicaid expansion PARCA executive director Ryan Hankins said the state is finally positioned to be able to afford expansion. Jacob HolmesMarch 20, 2023
Legislature Legislature approves $1.06 billion pandemic relief spending The House concurred 96-0 with the Senate's amended legislation. Final approval now rests with Gov. Kay Ivey. John H. GlennMarch 16, 2023
News $1.06 billion ARPA disbursement clears Senate committee with amendment The bill now goes to the full Senate for its consideration. John H. GlennMarch 16, 2023
Legislature Second round of ARPA funds won’t address all health care, infrastructure needs in Alabama Money from $1 billion in federal COVID aid may just scratch the surface, organizations say. Alander RochaMarch 13, 2023
Congress Britt joins letter in support of Medicare Advantage program Enrollment in the program has doubled over the past decade, serving nearly 50 percent of individuals eligible for Medicare. Jacob HolmesFebruary 1, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Take action to address cost of medications I am hopeful that our congressional delegation will pass legislation to protect patients. Jeremy GrayJanuary 24, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Medicaid expansion: what Dr. Bentley should have ordered Expanding Medicaid is more than just adding job opportunities. This will literally save lives. Richard BracknerSeptember 14, 2022
News Rep. Sewell announces $2.3 million grant for AIDS Alabama The grant will be used for Enroll Alabama, AIDS Alabama’s health care navigator program. StaffAugust 30, 2022