Health PEEHIP board talks 2024 finances, “treacherous waters” ahead The health provider warned of a funding crisis and a potential $228M reserve loss by 2027 amid rising medical costs. Wesley Walter2 hours ago
Health White Lightning: Inside Alabama’s raw milk “secret society” Unpasteurized milk opens up consumers to the risk of numerous pathogens, but an underground market is thriving. Jacob Holmes6 days ago
Health New billboard urges Medicaid expansion to save Alabama hospitals More than half of Alabama’s 52 rural hospitals are at risk of closure, StaffNovember 19, 2024
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