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More than half of Alabama’s 52 rural hospitals are at risk of closure,
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
- Governor
Gov. Ivey appoints Sen. Greg Reed as senior advisor to Workforce Transformation
Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist assault and domestic violence victims
Gov. Ivey launches poll to name turkeys for Alabama’s 76th annual pardoning
Gov. Ivey honors Alabama veterans, reflects on father’s WWII service
Ivey appoints new member to USA Board of Trustees
- Legislature
- Economy
BCA, Chamber of Commerce announce 2024 Alabama Small Business of the Year Award winners
Alabama labor force hits record high, unemployment steady at 2.9 percent
NLRB decides captive audience meetings are unlawful in potential boost for unions
Small business optimism rises, but economic challenges persist
Judge orders a third union election at Amazon warehouse in Bessemer
- National
Alabama’s U.S. representatives back bill to expand veteran benefits
Sen. Tuberville opposes new Democratic Farm Bill proposal
Britt dispels social media rumor that she voted against Rick Scott
Shomari Figures announces transition advisory council
Sen. Tuberville warns GOP colleagues looking to block Gaetz, other Trump appointments
- Education
Troy University announces new Ph.D., master’s programs
Bill would reward teachers for “American exceptionalism” training
Anti-DEI legislation is driving educators out of Alabama
Alabama nonprofit promotes literacy, distributes mental health resources to children
CHOOSE Act website launches, applications open for Education Service Providers
- Health
New billboard urges Medicaid expansion to save Alabama hospitals
Analysis | Rural hospitals closure crisis: Alabama’s healthcare safety net at risk
Analysis | Alabama’s Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API’s myths and fears
Alabama hospitals work to address IV shortage following hurricane
Anniston clinic receives grant for mental health programming
- Opinion
Health
Delays caused by prior authorization are a growing problem that leave frustrated patients stuck.
Health
The CDC has awarded the grant to improve the Alabama Maternal Mortality Review Committee's functions over the next five years.
Health
A new online platform invites Alabamians to share their experiences with prior authorization problems.
Health
The hospital in Escambia County will purchase critical medical equipment with the funding, which was secured by Sen. Katie Britt.
Health
Qualified applicants will receive a permit to practice medicine under an Alabama-licensed physician.
Health
CHIP enrollment has increased in recent years and ADPH aims to boost funding from the General Fund by 61 percent in 2026.
Health
The country's largest pharmacy benefit managers are contributing to a rise in prescription drug prices.
Health
Reproductive healthcare advocacy organizations sound alarm about negative trends in Alabama healthcare, blaming recent restrictions on abortion and IVF.
Health
Sewell's visit to UAB comes during National Cancer Survivors Month.
Health
Held twice each year, Take Back Day aims to reduce the risk of medication misuse and potential drug overdoses.