Health Medical Association commend FDA’s ban on Red Dye No. 3 This synthetic dye, also known as erythrosine, has been linked to cancer in laboratory animals. Staff13 hours ago
Health Reproductive rights organizations: “Human beings are dying” because of state policies Reproductive healthcare advocacy organizations sound alarm about negative trends in Alabama healthcare, blaming recent restrictions on abortion and IVF. Chance PhillipsJune 17, 2024
Health Rep. Sewell, UAB to highlight research, advances in pancreatic cancer care Sewell's visit to UAB comes during National Cancer Survivors Month. StaffJune 17, 2024
Health Alabamians safely dispose of over 4,000 pounds of medications on Take Back Day Held twice each year, Take Back Day aims to reduce the risk of medication misuse and potential drug overdoses. StaffJune 12, 2024
Health Alabama employers sound the alarm on policies targeting prescription drug benefits Employers signed a letter to members of the congressional delegation urging Congress to oppose policies targeting Pharmacy Benefit Managers. StaffJune 10, 2024
Health William F. Green State Veterans Home earns 2024 AHCA/NCAL Bronze National Quality Award The AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Program is a rigorous three-level process. StaffJune 5, 2024
Health Louisiana bill to criminalize abortion medications, echoing AG Marshall’s approach The Louisiana law echoes AG Steve Marshall's crusade in Alabama to attack reproductive health, threatening to prosecute women. Bill BrittMay 22, 2024
Health Bill would reauthorize Poison Control Center Network program The bill will provide continued support for the Alabama Poison Information Center in Birmingham. Mary Claire WootenMay 20, 2024
Health Diversicare of Montgomery celebrates National Skilled Nursing Care Week National Skilled Nursing Care week is May 12 through May 18. StaffMay 14, 2024
Health Montgomery psychiatrist named president of Alabama Medical Association Amanda Williams was sworn in as the new president of the Medical Association of the State of Alabama. StaffApril 15, 2024
Health Alabama doctors unveil “Your Care is at Our Core,” emphasizing personal connections A doctor-patient relationship based on mutual trust allows doctors to help patients navigate what can be complex health challenges. StaffApril 11, 2024