Health Sen. Britt advances funding for Alabama hospitals and universities Britt secured more than $28.63 million in Congressionally Directed Spending for Alabama’s medical centers, hospitals, and universities. StaffAugust 14, 2025
News Alabama Hospital Association announces leadership transition The Alabama Hospital Association announced a leadership transition, marking the first time a woman will lead the Association. StaffJuly 2, 2025
News Alabama’s hospitals contribute over $25 billion annually to state economy Hospitals across Alabama are responsible for sustaining 143,000 jobs statewide, according to a new report. StaffMarch 12, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | It was never about the babies Voters in this state, compelled by one fabricated, fictional rightwing crisis after another, ignored the everyday realities facing them. Josh MoonNovember 1, 2023
Opinion Opinion | We must close the coverage gap, not close more hospital services Alabama hospitals are hemorrhaging red ink financially and it's been estimated that at least 17 hospitals are at risk of closing permanently Thomas JacksonOctober 19, 2023
Legislature Legislature passes Safe Haven Law championed by Rep. Donna Givens The legislation extends the period to 45 days and enables some fire stations to accept surrendered newborns. StaffJune 7, 2023
Legislature Alabama Senate Bill 113, signed into law to strengthen patients’ rights The bill strengthens a patient’s rights by allowing their family members to be present in a hospital room. StaffApril 28, 2023
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs patient-visitation legislation into law The law will give visitors more access to their loved ones in healthcare facilities including hospitals and assisted living facilities. Patrick DarringtonApril 19, 2023
Legislature Sen. Gudger’s patient visitation bill passes Alabama Senate The legislation would allow residents and patients of health care facilities to "visit with any individual of their choosing" during visiting hours. John H. GlennMarch 24, 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