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Here you will find a selection of posts from all sections of Alabama's Health, plus information about monthly health observances, highlights of ADPH programs and services, and more.

April 2024 Health Observances

 

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Health News Releases

WIC income guidelines increase

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  • April 15, 2024
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • April 11, 2024
Health Community

ADPH Careers: Health Service Administrators

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  • April 10, 2024
Health State Health Officer

April Showers Bring More than May Flowers

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  • April 3, 2024
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Shellfish growing waters reopened

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  • April 3, 2024
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters reopened

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  • April 1, 2024
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Oral Cancer Awareness Month promotes prevention and early detection

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  • March 25, 2024
Education Health

Poison Prevention Week: Products Containing Delta-8 THC

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  • March 18, 2024
Health Education

The Dangers of Water Beads

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  • March 13, 2024
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • March 12, 2024
Health News Releases

As measles cases rise in the U.S., ADPH reminds parents to immunize children

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  • March 4, 2024
Health State Health Officer Community

Public Health Employees Safeguard the Health of Alabamians

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  • March 1, 2024
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters reopened

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  • February 29, 2024
Health Community

Silent Guardians of Health

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  • February 28, 2024
News Releases Health

Do not handle bats, ADPH cautions

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  • February 22, 2024
Health Community

ADPH Careers: Nutritionists

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  • February 21, 2024
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • February 20, 2024
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters reopened

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  • February 12, 2024
State Health Officer Health

Make Healthy Lifestyle Choices to Be Heart Healthy

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  • February 1, 2024
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • January 30, 2024
Health News Releases

Winners of 2024 ‘Share Your Smile with Alabama’ competition for third graders announced

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  • January 23, 2024
Education Health

A Centennial of Safe Milk

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  • January 23, 2024
Health

We can end Cervical Cancer in our lifetime. Alabama’s women need only take three steps to WIPE OUT this deadly cancer.

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  • January 22, 2024
News Releases Health

Environmental Health Assessments about sewage exposure issues will be mailed to Lowndes County households; Assessments are now available online

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  • January 18, 2024
News Releases Health

Seek care if experiencing symptoms due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures; hypothermia and frostbite are dangerous conditions

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  • January 16, 2024
News Releases Health

Take precautions to prevent septic tank problems after flooding

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  • January 9, 2024
Health News Releases

Free radon test kits offered for Alabama households

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  • January 9, 2024
Health State Health Officer

"Operation WIPE OUT Cervical Cancer" Works to Eliminate This Preventable Cancer

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  • January 3, 2024
News Releases Health

Kitten in Autauga County tests positive for rabies; vaccination for pets urged

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  • December 27, 2023
Health Education

New Goals for the New Year

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  • December 22, 2023
News Releases Health

Take care when using oven cleaners

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  • December 21, 2023
Community Health

Bureau of Family Health Services Perinatal Division: Working to Improve the Health of Mothers and Infants

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  • December 14, 2023
News Releases Health

Shellfish growing waters opened

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  • December 11, 2023
Health News Releases

Hypothermia can lead to death; recognize symptoms and get medical attention if they occur

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  • December 6, 2023
News Releases Health

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • December 5, 2023
Health State Health Officer

Public Health Works to Reduce Infant Mortality

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  • December 4, 2023
Health Education

December is Safe Toys & Gifts Month

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  • December 1, 2023
News Releases Health

World AIDS Day theme is 'World AIDS Day 35: Remember and Commit'

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  • November 30, 2023
Health News Releases

Alabama’s overall infant mortality rate for 2022 decreases

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  • November 16, 2023
Community Health News Releases

William ‘Bill’ Coleman, MD, PhD, posthumously recognized as Alabama’s ‘Community Star’ on National Rural Health Day

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  • November 16, 2023
Health Education

Wishing You A Safe, Healthy, and Happy Thanksgiving

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  • November 14, 2023
Health News Releases

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) recipients have until November 27, 2023, to utilize existing benefits

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  • November 14, 2023
Health State Health Officer

Adequate access to nutritious food is associated with better health for people of all ages

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  • November 1, 2023
Health Education

How to Have a Safe (But Still Spooky) Halloween

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  • October 24, 2023
Health News Releases

Vaccines offer protection from severe illness from major respiratory viruses

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  • October 13, 2023
Education Health

Fire Prevention Week

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  • October 10, 2023
Health Events News Releases

ADPH announces 2024 ‘Share Your Smile With Alabama’ Photo Contest

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  • October 4, 2023
State Health Officer Health Education

Make a Plan for Emergencies

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  • October 3, 2023
Events Health News Releases

Oral rabies vaccine distribution begins October 3

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  • October 2, 2023
News Releases Health

ADPH reports a second case of rabies in wildlife in Ashland

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  • September 28, 2023
Events News Releases Health

#ClearTheCrib #SafeSleepAL challenge highlights SIDS Awareness Month

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  • September 28, 2023
News Releases Health

Alabama health organizations encourage Alabamians to ask their physician about immunizations

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  • September 26, 2023
Education Health

Falls Prevention Week

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  • September 18, 2023
News Releases Health

Fox in Ashland tests positive for rabies

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  • September 12, 2023
News Releases Health

Avoid mosquito bites, ADPH reminds everyone

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  • September 7, 2023
News Releases Health Events

ADPH asks for input to improve health in your local community

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  • September 5, 2023
Health News Releases

Alabama WIC Program seeks public comment about 2024 State Plan

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  • September 1, 2023
Health Education

Emergency Preparedness

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  • September 1, 2023
News Releases Health

Keep safe: Plan for getting shots to protect against respiratory illnesses

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  • August 23, 2023
Health News Releases

Prevent mosquito bites, especially at dawn and dusk

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  • August 21, 2023
Health News Releases

Take extra precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses and deaths

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  • August 21, 2023
Health News Releases

Area residents exposed and treated for rabies, cat and raccoon confirmed positive for rabies

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  • August 16, 2023
Education Health

National Relaxation Day

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  • August 14, 2023
Community Health

Alabama Public Health Laboratory becomes ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited

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  • August 11, 2023
Education Health

Healthy & Safe Swimming

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  • August 10, 2023
News Releases Health

The Alabama Physical Activity and Nutrition Plan to Improve Health Behaviors announced by the Alabama Wellness Alliance

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  • August 8, 2023
Health News Releases

Protect children’s health; new law prohibits smoking and vaping in vehicles with children

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  • August 7, 2023
State Health Officer Health

Stay Alert, Drive Safely as Children Return to School

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  • August 2, 2023
News Releases Health

ADPH recommends TB testing for people associated with poultry plants in North Alabama after outbreak reported

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  • July 31, 2023
Health Education

August is National Breastfeeding Month

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  • July 28, 2023
News Releases Health

Mosquitoes pose health risks, prevent bites

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  • July 28, 2023
Health Community

Alabama physicians co-author study of groundbreaking TB treatment

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  • July 27, 2023
Education Health

July 16 is World Snake Day

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  • July 14, 2023
Health News Releases

Alabama Department of Public Health issues 2023 Fish Consumption Advisories

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  • July 12, 2023
Health News Releases

Montgomery County Health Department offers fast track sexual health testing

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  • July 11, 2023
State Health Officer Health

Have a Happy, Healthy Summer

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  • July 5, 2023
News Releases Health

Update for Lowndes County residents--Barriers to wastewater disposal will be assessed

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  • July 5, 2023
News Releases Health

Grant program to provide funding for permanent shade structures for public schools

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  • July 5, 2023
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters opened

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  • June 30, 2023
Health News Releases

ADPH seeks proposals from programs that serve middle and high school-age youth in 17 Alabama counties

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  • June 30, 2023
Health

Have a Happy (and Safe) Fourth of July

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  • June 29, 2023
News Releases Health

Extra precautions are needed to prevent heat illnesses

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  • June 28, 2023
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters opened

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  • June 28, 2023
Health Education

National Hydration Day

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  • June 23, 2023
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • June 22, 2023
Health

Practice Safe Selfies

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  • June 21, 2023
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • June 20, 2023
Health

June is Men's Health Month

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  • June 16, 2023
News Releases Health

Cyclospora infections increase statewide, avoid contaminated food and water

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  • June 14, 2023
Health Community News Releases

Alabama physicians co-author study of groundbreaking TB treatment

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  • June 8, 2023
News Releases Health

Shellfish growing waters reopened

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  • June 2, 2023
State Health Officer Health

‘Wipe Out Cervical Cancer’ Alabama Leaders Launch Action Plan to Eliminate Cervical Cancer in Alabama by 2033

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  • June 2, 2023
Education Health

Hurricane Preparedness

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  • June 1, 2023
Health News Releases

Bat in Escambia County confirmed positive for rabies; precautions advised

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  • May 24, 2023
Health News Releases

ADPH observes Healthy and Safe Swimming Week 2023

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  • May 19, 2023
Health Community

ADPH Careers: Wellness Nurses

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  • May 11, 2023
News Releases Community Health

Alabama Public Health Laboratory approved for international accreditation

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  • May 11, 2023
News Releases Health

ADPH seeks high-impact, science-based proposals for HIV/AIDS risk reduction, health promotion

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  • May 9, 2023
News Releases Health

ADPH transitions to a new phase of the COVID-19 pandemic; Trends and severity of disease will still be monitored, vaccines and testing still provided

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  • May 9, 2023
Events Health News Releases

Operation Wipe Out: Alabama launches statewide action plan to eliminate cervical cancer

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  • May 8, 2023
State Health Officer Health

Keep Your Blood Pressure in a Healthy Range, Lifestyle Plays an Important Role

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  • May 1, 2023
Health News Releases

WIC income guidelines increase

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  • May 1, 2023
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • April 27, 2023
Health Community

Lab Week 2023: "Saved by the Lab"

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  • April 25, 2023
News Releases Health

Proposals sought to promote health system changes regarding tobacco within the African American community

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  • April 21, 2023
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters reopened

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  • April 20, 2023
Health

Legacy of Hope Promotes Organ and Tissue Donation

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  • April 11, 2023
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HUD grant will address environmental and safety hazards in low-income Black Belt homes

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  • April 11, 2023
Health News Releases

Oral Cancer Awareness Month emphasizes the importance of regular screenings

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  • April 10, 2023
Community Health

Fairness and Consistency Are Key to the Office of Program Integrity

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  • April 10, 2023
Community Health

ADPH Careers: Public Health Environmentalists

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  • April 3, 2023
State Health Officer Health

“Odds Are Alabama” Focuses on Fentanyl Dangers and Offers Resources

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  • April 3, 2023
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • April 3, 2023
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ADPH to screen for TB at Tuskegee University

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  • March 31, 2023
News Releases Health

Narcan nasal spray approved for nonprescription use, other overdose-reducing treatments still available from pharmacies by standing order

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  • March 30, 2023
Education Health

Breaking Barriers: Celebrating Social Work Month

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  • March 28, 2023
News Releases Health

‘Yes! We can end TB!’ is the theme of World TB Day 2023

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  • March 21, 2023
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Alabama begins screening newborns for two additional genetic disorders

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  • March 21, 2023
Health Education

National Kidney Month

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  • March 16, 2023
News Releases Health

“Odds Are Alabama” Shines Light on Dangers of Fentanyl

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  • March 16, 2023
Health News Releases

Alabama WIC Program expands access to breastfeeding support services

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  • March 15, 2023
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Shellfish growing waters reopened

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  • March 10, 2023
Education Health

"Fuel Your Future" - March is National Nutrition Month

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  • March 9, 2023
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters reopened

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  • March 3, 2023
Health Events

Celebrate National School Breakfast Week

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  • March 2, 2023
Health News Releases

Ask about screening during March, Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

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  • March 1, 2023
News Releases Health

2023 Alabama Health Dashboard for chronic health issues and outcomes now available to the public

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  • February 28, 2023
News Releases Health

Powdered infant formula voluntarily recalled, Alabama WIC participants and other consumers cautioned to dispose of affected product

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  • February 24, 2023
Health

February is Black History Month

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  • February 24, 2023
Health

International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month: "Survive and Thrive"

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  • February 23, 2023
Health News Releases

ADPH continues to offer STD/HIV home specimen collection kits by mail in 2023

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  • February 14, 2023
Health News Releases

New website helps locate free COVID-19 testing sites

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  • February 1, 2023
State Health Officer Health

Children’s Dental Health Month Promotes Good Oral Health

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  • February 1, 2023
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • January 30, 2023
Health News Releases

Winners of 2023 ‘Share Your Smile with Alabama’ competition announced, third graders’ smiles promote good oral health

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  • January 24, 2023
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters reopened

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  • January 20, 2023
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Parents: Make sure your children are up to date with their childhood vaccinations

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  • January 13, 2023
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Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • January 11, 2023
News Releases Health

Get up to date with COVID-19 vaccine and boosters, ADPH recommends

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  • January 5, 2023
Health State Health Officer

Keep Your Body Healthy; It May Lead to Better Brain Health

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  • January 3, 2023
News Releases Health

Prevent hypothermia; recognize and get medical attention if symptoms occur

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  • December 20, 2022
News Releases Health

Take precautions by getting vaccinated to reduce the risk of illness during the holidays

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  • December 13, 2022
Health

STD/HIV Home Specimen Collection Initiative

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  • December 5, 2022
News Releases Health

COVID-19 vaccine and bivalent boosters protect the most vulnerable, don’t delay treatment if you test positive

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  • December 2, 2022
State Health Officer Health

Your COVID-19 Vaccine and Bivalent Booster Protect the Most Vulnerable, Get Prompt Treatment If You Test Positive

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  • December 1, 2022
Health News Releases

World AIDS Day 2022 promotes awareness and equity

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  • November 30, 2022
Health

Autism Spectrum Disorder Identification Cards Issued at County Health Departments

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  • November 30, 2022
Health

Antibiotic Awareness Week: Reducing Antibiotic Resistance

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  • November 22, 2022
Health

Celebrate National Family Health History Day This Thanksgiving

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  • November 21, 2022
Health Community

Children's Health Insurance Program Day in Alabama Proclaimed and Celebrated

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  • November 18, 2022
Health News Releases

Alabama’s infant mortality rate for 2021 announced

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  • November 17, 2022
Health

Join the Great American Smokeout

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  • November 16, 2022
State Health Officer Health

Take Antibiotics Only When Needed

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  • November 9, 2022
Health News Releases

Influenza activity unusually severe in Alabama among children

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  • November 7, 2022
News Releases Health

Applicants sought for ‘Share Your Smile With Alabama’ Photo Contest for 2023; winners will showcase smiles of third graders

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  • November 1, 2022
News Releases Health

Treat yourself to a safe, happy Halloween with these safety tips from the Alabama Department of Public Health

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  • October 28, 2022
Health Education

Cannabidiol (CBD) in Food

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  • October 27, 2022
News Releases Health

Prevent tooth decay this Halloween

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  • October 25, 2022
News Releases Health

Authorization granted for monovalent Novavax COVID-19 vaccine boosters for adults, updated bivalent boosters are preferred

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  • October 25, 2022
Education Health

Improving Health Literacy

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  • October 24, 2022
Health

ADPH statement on ACIP panel vote to include COVID-19 vaccine as part of the Vaccines for Children program

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  • October 20, 2022
News Releases Health

Get your flu shot by Halloween, ADPH advises

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  • October 20, 2022
Health News Releases

October 14 designated as Children’s Health Insurance Program Day in Alabama

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  • October 14, 2022
News Releases Health

Shellfish growing waters opened

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  • October 7, 2022
Education Health

October 6 is National Depression Screening Day

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  • October 6, 2022
Health News Releases

Self-collection kits provide convenient care for sexually transmitted infections for residents in all Alabama counties

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  • October 6, 2022
News Releases Health

Coosa County Health Department in Rockford is now open to the public

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  • October 6, 2022
Health News Releases

Alabama Health Organizations Strongly Encourage Alabamians to Get a Flu Shot

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  • October 5, 2022
News Releases Health

Severe manifestations of monkeypox are seen in the current monkeypox outbreak; get screened if you have had close contact with a person with the illness or have symptoms

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  • October 4, 2022
Health State Health Officer

Get Your Flu Shot to Protect Those Around You, Especially the Vulnerable

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  • October 3, 2022
Health

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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  • October 3, 2022
News Releases Health

Oral rabies vaccine to be distributed in several north and northeast Alabama counties

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  • September 29, 2022
Health News Releases

Alabama Department of Public Health and its Office of Oral Health partner with Count the Kicks to save babies in Alabama

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  • September 26, 2022
News Releases Events Health

Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center and the Alabama Department of Public Health hold ‘Mission Possible’ Open House at Pickens County Health Department

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  • September 26, 2022
News Releases Health

Prevent congenital syphilis with syphilis detection and treatment, including in the third trimester of pregnancy

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  • September 19, 2022
News Releases Health

Kitten in Greenville tests positive for rabies, please vaccinate your pets

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  • September 16, 2022
News Releases Health

Alabama mom uses Count the Kicks, saves her baby’s life

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  • September 14, 2022
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters opened

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  • September 12, 2022
News Releases Health

Hepatitis A outbreak ends in Alabama; vaccine is effective in reducing risk

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  • September 8, 2022
Health State Health Officer

Living with COVID-19

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  • September 6, 2022
Health News Releases

ADPH to receive first doses of bivalent COVID-19 boosters, shots expected to be available at county health departments next week

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  • September 2, 2022
Health News Releases

Alabama WIC Program seeks public comment about 2023 State Plan

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  • September 1, 2022
News Releases Health

County health departments offer monkeypox vaccine for those at higher risk of illness

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  • September 1, 2022
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • August 25, 2022
Community Health

#WATCHYOURMOUTH Campaign Featured Nationally

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  • August 24, 2022
Health News Releases

Follow safe sleep guidelines to prevent infant deaths

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  • August 22, 2022
Health Events

Free Prostate Cancer Screenings Offered

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  • August 18, 2022
News Releases Health

ADPH follows updated CDC COVID-19 guidance for schools and quarantine/isolation

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  • August 16, 2022
Health News Releases

Alabama Department of Public Health orders Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for adults

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  • August 9, 2022
News Releases Health

Alabama Department of Public Health continues monkeypox response

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  • August 8, 2022
State Health Officer Health

Reduce Your Exposure to Mosquitoes to Prevent West Nile Virus

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  • August 2, 2022
Health News Releases

Alabama Department of Public Health observes National Breastfeeding Month and World Breastfeeding Week

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  • August 1, 2022
News Releases Health

Parents and guardians reminded that childhood vaccinations are required

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  • July 26, 2022
Health

Media Statement: Monkeypox vaccine delivered to Alabama Department of Public Health

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  • July 22, 2022
Health News Releases

Public comments invited concerning home rehabilitation projects affecting five Black Belt counties and the City of York

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  • July 20, 2022
News Releases Health

New Omicron variant drives national surge in COVID-19 cases; Alabama Department of Public Health recommends continued vigilance

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  • July 18, 2022
Health News Releases

Initial case of monkeypox reported in Alabama

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  • July 15, 2022
News Releases Health

Fox in Prattville tests positive for rabies; vaccination for pets urged

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  • July 8, 2022
State Health Officer Health

Preventing Tobacco Use in Young People Saves Lives

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  • July 1, 2022
News Releases Health

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
News Releases Health

The Alabama Department of Public Health shares tips on safely celebrating the Fourth of July

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  • June 29, 2022
News Releases Health

‘HIV Testing is Self-care’ is the theme of National HIV Testing Day 2022

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  • June 24, 2022
News Releases Health

COVID-19 mRNA vaccines authorized for ages 6 months through 17 years

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  • June 21, 2022
News Releases Health

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
News Releases Health

Recognition and extra precautions are needed to prevent heat illnesses

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  • June 13, 2022
Health News Releases

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
Health State Health Officer

Childhood Immunizations Protect Against Serious Disease

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  • June 1, 2022
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
News Releases Health

ADPH observes Healthy and Safe Swimming Week 2022

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  • May 20, 2022
News Releases Health

Pfizer COVID-19 booster dose for children 5-11 now authorized, recommendations updated

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  • May 20, 2022
News Releases Health

As infant formula shortage continues, Alabama pediatricians advise against diluting infant formula

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  • May 13, 2022
News Releases Health

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
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
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
Health News Releases

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

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  • April 4, 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
Health State Health Officer

Get Active in April: Physical Activity Can Improve Overall Health

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  • April 1, 2022
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Four new conditions added to Alabama Newborn Screening Panel

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  • April 1, 2022
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Second COVID-19 vaccine boosters authorized for individuals age 50 and older and higher-risk individuals

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  • March 30, 2022
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Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • March 25, 2022
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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
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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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As the COVID-19 Pandemic Enters a New Phase, Protect Those Most at Risk

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  • March 2, 2022
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CDC’s COVID-19 Community Levels help determine prevention steps

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  • March 1, 2022
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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
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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
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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
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Alabama Unites Against COVID Campaign Launched

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  • February 1, 2022
Health News Releases

Boosters are effective against COVID-19, CDC study finds

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  • January 31, 2022
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Stay safe during cold weather emergencies

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  • January 26, 2022
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Pediatric COVID-19 hospitalizations are at record high in Alabama, immediate measures necessary

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  • January 14, 2022
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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
Health State Health Officer

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
Health News Releases

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

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  • January 3, 2022
Health News Releases

ADPH offers updated COVID-19 guidance for hospitals and healthcare personnel

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  • December 28, 2021
Health News Releases

COVID-19 isolation and quarantine period shortened

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  • December 28, 2021
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Pause issued for two monoclonal antibody treatments/combinations for COVID-19; only one product likely to be effective against the Omicron variant

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  • December 23, 2021
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First antiviral pill to treat COVID-19 authorized, a limited supply expected in Alabama within two weeks

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  • December 23, 2021
Health News Releases

Women offered preventive health screenings and chronic disease management through Well Woman Program in Barbour and Henry counties

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  • December 21, 2021
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For a happy and healthy 2022, take COVID-19 precautions during the holidays

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  • December 20, 2021
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Lab testing confirms state’s first COVID-19 case involving Omicron variant

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  • December 16, 2021
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As in 2018, Alabama infant mortality for 2020 ties for the lowest rate in more than five decades

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  • December 15, 2021
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Companies pledge donations to the Black Belt Unincorporated Wastewater Program (BBUWP) in Lowndes County

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  • December 7, 2021
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ADPH launches ‘Alabama Unites’ campaign to increase COVID-19 vaccinations and testing

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  • December 6, 2021
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ADPH continues contact tracing for COVID-19 in Alabama

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  • December 3, 2021
State Health Officer Health

Enjoy the Holiday Season and Protect Against COVID-19

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  • December 1, 2021
Health News Releases

Emergence of Omicron variant serves as reminder to get COVID-19 vaccination

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  • November 29, 2021
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Eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots expanded to include for those 18 and older

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  • November 19, 2021
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Alabama Department of Public Health urges prevention and testing on World AIDS Day

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  • November 19, 2021
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Cat confirmed positive for rabies in Prattville; precautions advised

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  • November 19, 2021
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National Rural Health Day 2021 to be observed November 18; UAB’s Dr. Eric Wallace selected as ‘Community Star’

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  • November 17, 2021
Community Health

Ensuring COVID-19 Vaccine Site Accessibility for People with Disabilities and Functional and Access Needs in Alabama

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  • November 11, 2021
Health News Releases

Pediatric COVID-19 vaccine now available in Alabama

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  • November 10, 2021
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters opened

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  • November 10, 2021
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Dog confirmed positive for rabies in Wadley; precautions advised

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  • November 10, 2021
Health State Health Officer

Keep COVID-19 in Mind as You Make Plans to Celebrate the Holiday Season

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  • November 4, 2021
Health News Releases

Children 5-11 now eligible for reduced dose Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine

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  • November 3, 2021
Health Education

On Demand Webcast: The Impact of COVID-19 on Human Trafficking

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  • November 2, 2021
Health News Releases

Get the facts about the hazards of lead as National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week is observed

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  • October 26, 2021
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Oral rabies vaccine is being distributed in 18 Alabama counties

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  • October 22, 2021
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COVID-19 booster shot eligibility expands to additional individuals and vaccines

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  • October 22, 2021
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Fifth Annual ‘Share Your Smile With Alabama’ Photo Contest for 2022 will showcase smiles of third graders

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  • October 19, 2021
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ADPH continues to recommend universal indoor masking in schools to help mitigate COVID-19

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  • October 19, 2021
State Health Officer Health

Influenza and COVID-19 Vaccines Are Each Important for Health

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  • October 7, 2021
Health News Releases

ADPH joins DEA in warning about lethal counterfeit pills

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  • October 6, 2021
News Releases Health

ADPH urges the continuation of universal masking in schools and other preventive measures to help reduce cases of COVID-19 in schools

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  • September 28, 2021
News Releases Health

Health authorities urge flu shots for ages 6 months and older

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  • September 28, 2021
News Releases Health

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine boosters authorized for more eligible persons

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  • September 24, 2021
News Releases Health

Don’t let your guard down, COVID-19 continues circulating in Alabama communities

  • September 23, 2021
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters opened

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  • September 22, 2021
Health News Releases

ADPH launches complimentary COVID-19 testing at Monroe County Hospital in Monroeville

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  • September 20, 2021
Health News Releases

Pregnant women and other eligible Alabamians ages 12 and older are urged to be vaccinated for COVID-19

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  • September 17, 2021
Health News Releases

Monoclonal antibody drug shipments will be based on states’ COVID-19 incidence; distribution to be coordinated by states instead of directly from suppliers

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  • September 15, 2021
News Releases Health

Monoclonal antibody products are available for some, but are not a replacement for vaccination

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  • September 10, 2021
Health News Releases Events

ADPH announces KICK COVID campaign

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  • September 2, 2021
News Releases Health

Alabama WIC Program seeks public comment about 2022 State Plan

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  • September 1, 2021
Health

Signs and Symptoms of MIS-C

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  • August 31, 2021
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Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • August 31, 2021
News Releases Health

Safety precautions following Tropical Storm Ida

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  • August 30, 2021
Health News Releases

ADPH joins in warning consumers about the dangers of people self-medicating with large quantities of ivermectin

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  • August 25, 2021
Health News Releases

ADPH strongly urges COVID-19 vaccination for pregnant women in all stages of pregnancy and while breastfeeding

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  • August 24, 2021
News Releases Health

First COVID-19 vaccine is fully approved; get vaccinated for COVID-19 as soon as possible

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  • August 23, 2021
Health News Releases

COVID-19 surges in Alabama children, vaccination and other measures needed to prevent further spread

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  • August 20, 2021
Events Education Health

Infant Mortality Summit 2021

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  • August 18, 2021
News Releases Health

ADPH recommends additional COVID-19 vaccine doses for certain people with weakened immune systems

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  • August 17, 2021
News Releases Health

Winners of COVID-19 TikTok contest announced

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  • August 13, 2021
News Releases Health

Free COVID-19 Testing in Baldwin County

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  • August 12, 2021
News Releases Health

Alabama hospitals: Go to emergency rooms for true emergencies, not COVID-19 testing

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  • August 4, 2021
Health State Health Officer

"The route to a pre-pandemic lifestyle follows the vaccination road."

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  • August 2, 2021
News Releases Health

Guidance for Alabama schools

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  • August 2, 2021
News Releases Health

Raccoon confirmed positive for rabies in Cullman

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  • July 30, 2021
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters opened

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  • July 30, 2021
News Releases Health

Alabama WIC introduces self-checkout options

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  • July 29, 2021
News Releases Health

ADPH COVID-19 dashboard redesigned

  • Newsroom
  • July 29, 2021
Health Education

On Demand Webcast: Home Visit Safety in the Age of COVID-19

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  • July 29, 2021
News Releases Health

Recognition and extra precautions are needed to prevent heat illnesses

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  • July 27, 2021
Health News Releases

CDC issues guidance as Delta COVID-19 variant surges

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  • July 27, 2021
News Releases Health

Cat confirmed positive for rabies in Prattville

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  • July 26, 2021
News Releases Health

Hepatitis A virus identified in a food handler in Hamilton

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  • July 23, 2021
News Releases Health

Hepatitis A virus identified in a food handler in Montgomery

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  • July 21, 2021
News Releases Health

2021 Fish Consumption Advisories

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  • July 19, 2021
Health News Releases

ADPH seeks proposals from programs that serve middle and high school-age youth in 16 Alabama counties

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  • July 16, 2021
Health

COVID-19 Myths and Misinformation

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  • July 16, 2021
Health Events News Releases

Vaccinate Alabama TikTok Contest

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  • July 16, 2021
Health News Releases

Proposals sought to provide programs for middle and high school-age youth

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  • July 16, 2021
Health

Shellfish growing waters opened

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  • July 12, 2021
Health News Releases

Shellfish growing waters closed

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  • July 8, 2021
Health

STD/HIV home specimen collection and lab testing kits available by mail for AL residents

  • Arrol Sheehan
  • July 6, 2021
Health

COVID-19 vaccination clinic: Phenix City, July 10

  • Arrol Sheehan
  • July 6, 2021
State Health Officer Health

You Can Be A Champion

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  • July 1, 2021
Health

Reducing opioid deaths in Alabama

  • Arrol Sheehan
  • June 30, 2021
Health

The cost of COVID-19 in the workplace --- looking after your physical and mental health

  • Danita Rose
  • June 29, 2021
Health Education

On Demand Webcast: Suicide: Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention

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  • June 24, 2021
State Health Officer Health

Protect Youngsters from COVID-19 This Summer

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  • June 1, 2021
State Health Officer Health

Get Vaccinated for COVID-19

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  • May 1, 2021
State Health Officer Health

Recommendations Offered for People Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19

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  • April 1, 2021
Health State Health Officer

Wear Face Masks Correctly

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  • March 1, 2021
State Health Officer Health

Be Kind to Those You Love, Protect Them from COVID-19

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  • February 1, 2021
Health

Safer at Home Emergency Order

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  • November 9, 2020
Health

K-12 COVID-19 School Dashboard

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  • October 30, 2020
Health

Public Health Guidance for Reopening

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  • October 2, 2020
Health

Schools K-12 Guidance & Resources for COVID-19

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  • October 1, 2020