2022 Archives

July

State Health Officer Health

Preventing Tobacco Use in Young People Saves Lives

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  • July 1, 2022

June

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The Alabama Department of Public Health continues to monitor monkeypox virus situation; no cases reported in Alabama at this time

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  • June 30, 2022
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The Alabama Department of Public Health shares tips on safely celebrating the Fourth of July

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  • June 29, 2022
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‘HIV Testing is Self-care’ is the theme of National HIV Testing Day 2022

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  • June 24, 2022
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COVID-19 mRNA vaccines authorized for ages 6 months through 17 years

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  • June 21, 2022
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East Central Public Health District to hold back-to-school vaccination clinics at county health departments - Don’t Wait! Vaccinate!

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  • June 21, 2022
Health News Releases

COVID-19 testing no longer mandated for flights to the U.S., but testing and avoiding travel when sick still recommended

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  • June 14, 2022
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Recognition and extra precautions are needed to prevent heat illnesses

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  • June 13, 2022
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Alabama Department of Public Health issues 2022 Fish Consumption Advisories

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  • June 3, 2022
Health News Releases

WIC income guidelines increase

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  • June 1, 2022
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Childhood Immunizations Protect Against Serious Disease

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  • June 1, 2022

May

News Releases Health

ADPH provides information regarding infant formula shortages

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  • May 26, 2022
Health News Releases

As COVID-19 trends upward in Alabama, help protect yourself by getting vaccinated

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  • May 23, 2022
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ADPH observes Healthy and Safe Swimming Week 2022

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  • May 20, 2022
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Pfizer COVID-19 booster dose for children 5-11 now authorized, recommendations updated

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  • May 20, 2022
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As infant formula shortage continues, Alabama pediatricians advise against diluting infant formula

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  • May 13, 2022
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Dog in Autauga County tests positive for rabies; pet vaccination urged

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  • May 6, 2022
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters opened

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  • May 4, 2022
State Health Officer Health

Prevent the Spread of Germs When Enjoying Splash Pads

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  • May 2, 2022

April

News Releases Health

Fox in Autauga County confirmed positive for rabies; precautions advised

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  • April 29, 2022
Health News Releases

COVID is still with us, so don’t ignore symptoms or delay treatment

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  • April 21, 2022
Community

Department debuts redesigned website

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  • April 18, 2022
Community

Women's History Month features trailblazer Dr. Karen Landers

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  • April 18, 2022
Health News Releases

Investigations of nine young children with adenovirus are underway

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  • April 15, 2022
Health News Releases

Reduce risk of E. coli O157:H7 and other gastrointestinal illnesses

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  • April 14, 2022
State Health Officer Health

Statement from State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris

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  • April 13, 2022
Community Health

Alabama Department of Public Health 2021 Annual Report

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  • April 13, 2022
Community Health

New office will improve data-driven decision making

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  • April 9, 2022
Events News Releases Community Health

National Public Health Week 2022 promotes action to lead healthier lives

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  • April 7, 2022
Community Health

Alabama Infant Mortality Rate for 2020 ties lowest rate in more than five decades

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  • April 6, 2022
Health News Releases

Funding made available for shade structures at Alabama Title I schools, applications invited

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  • April 5, 2022
Community

Evelyn Jackson receives 50-year Service Pin

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  • April 5, 2022
Health News Releases

Test to Treat improves access and speed of COVID-19 treatments

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  • April 4, 2022
Community

In Memorium: Niko Phillips

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  • April 3, 2022
Community Health

Donald E. Williamson, M.D., State Health Laboratory dedicated in virtual ceremony

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  • April 3, 2022
Community Health

Trust for America's Health report ranks Alabama in top tier for public health preparedness

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  • April 2, 2022
News Releases Health

Third grade winners of 2022 ‘Share Your Smile with Alabama’ competition announced

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  • April 1, 2022
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Get Active in April: Physical Activity Can Improve Overall Health

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  • April 1, 2022
Health Community

Four new conditions added to Alabama Newborn Screening Panel

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  • April 1, 2022

March

News Releases Health

Second COVID-19 vaccine boosters authorized for individuals age 50 and older and higher-risk individuals

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  • March 30, 2022
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • March 25, 2022
Health News Releases

CDC offers new COVID-19 Quarantine and Isolation (Q&I) Calculator for the public

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  • March 25, 2022
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World TB Day promotes investment to end tuberculosis (TB) as TB deaths increase

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  • March 24, 2022
Health

Poison Prevention Week: Products Containing Delta-8 THC

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  • March 23, 2022
Health News Releases

Annual 100 Alabama Miles Challenge 2022 begins March 26 statewide, free digital service can track miles automatically

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  • March 21, 2022
Health Education

Webinar: Infection Prevention --- What is it?

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  • March 15, 2022
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Trust for America's Health report ranks Alabama in top tier for public health preparedness

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  • March 11, 2022
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Bats in Clarke County found positive for rabies; precautions urged

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  • March 7, 2022
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State Laboratory's Full-Scale Exercise Involves Prattville's First Responders

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  • March 3, 2022
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As the COVID-19 Pandemic Enters a New Phase, Protect Those Most at Risk

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  • March 2, 2022
Health News Releases

CDC’s COVID-19 Community Levels help determine prevention steps

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  • March 1, 2022

February

News Releases Health

CDC revises optimal interval for some individuals to receive second COVID-19 mRNA vaccine

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  • February 23, 2022
Health

National Through with Chew Week, February 20–26

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  • February 22, 2022
Health News Releases

Consumers cautioned not to use recalled powdered formula

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  • February 18, 2022
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HUD grant will address environmental and safety hazards in low-income Black Belt homes

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  • February 16, 2022
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Dog in Elmore confirmed positive for rabies; precautions advised

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  • February 16, 2022
Health News Releases

COVID-19 boosters are recommended for certain immunocompromised people; other CDC recommendations updated

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  • February 15, 2022
Health News Releases

Alabama adds newborn screening tests to help identify conditions not typically apparent at birth

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  • February 15, 2022
Health News Releases

CDC updates COVID-19 guidance for special groups—K-12 schools, child care programs and higher education

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  • February 8, 2022
State Health Officer Health

Alabama Unites Against COVID Campaign Launched

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  • February 1, 2022

January

Health News Releases

Boosters are effective against COVID-19, CDC study finds

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  • January 31, 2022
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County health departments do not have free masks to distribute

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  • January 28, 2022
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Stay safe during cold weather emergencies

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  • January 26, 2022
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Drive-through COVID-19 testing continues at four Alabama sites

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  • January 24, 2022
Community News Releases

Donald E. Williamson, M.D., State Health Laboratory dedicated virtually

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  • January 20, 2022
Community News Releases

Alabama Department of Public Health debuts redesigned website

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  • January 18, 2022
Health News Releases

Pediatric COVID-19 hospitalizations are at record high in Alabama, immediate measures necessary

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  • January 14, 2022
Health News Releases

Dog confirmed positive for rabies in Newell, Ala.; precautions advised

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  • January 14, 2022
Health News Releases

2020 Alabama State Health Assessment publication available to public for review

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  • January 11, 2022
Health News Releases

COVID-19 boosters now authorized for ages 12-15, dosing interval lowered, additional primary dose recommended for certain immunocompromised children

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  • January 10, 2022
Community

ADPH Statewide Staff Meeting (On Demand)

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  • January 7, 2022
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Greater Vaccine Acceptance Urged to Combat Unpredictable COVID-19 in 2022

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  • January 6, 2022
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COVID-19 isolation and quarantine guidance extended to K-12 school settings

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  • January 5, 2022
Community

ADPH Statewide Staff Meeting

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  • January 5, 2022
Health News Releases

Paused monoclonal antibodies for treatment of COVID-19 disease available again

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  • January 3, 2022