2005 News Release Archive

12-23-05 - Public hearing on HIV/AIDS funds set for January 27th

12-08-05 - Gulf seafood found to be safe following hurricanes

12-05-05 - It's not too late to get your flu shot

11-23-05 - Make wise food and physical activity choices during the holidays

11-16-05 - Alabama Tobacco Quitline takes part in the Great American Smokeout!

11-07-05 - County health departments offer influenza immunization to the general public

11-04-05 - ADPH celebrates November as National Home Care Month

10-26-05 - Shellfish waters reopen

10-25-05 - Second Alabama resident dies from West Nile Virus in 2005

10-24-05 - Alabama authorities seek to minimize impact of avian influenza

10-21-05 - Practicing good hygiene can help prevent MRSA infections

10-21-05 - Some shellfish growing waters reopen

10-20-05 - Alabama oral rabies vaccine distribution to begin October 21st

10-18-05 - Shellfish growing waters closed

10-17-05 - Eat fruit, vegetables and be active for health

10-14-05 - State streamlines enrollment process in healthcare coverage programs for families affected by hurricanes

10-04-05 - Red tide cells found in Gulf Shores

10-03-05 - Seafood quality in inshore waters after Hurricane Katrina

09-30-05 - Health department encourages influenza immunization

09-26-05 - Alabama arthritis program leader recognized

09-26-05 - Use candles with care

09-21-05 - Shellfish growing waters reopen

09-13-05 - Alabama Department of Public Health investigates outbreak of Hepatitis A

09-07-05 - WIC and other public health services available for Katrina evacuees

09-07-05 - Water damaged buildings may harbor mold

09-07-05 - ADPH makes interim immunization recommendations for hurricane victims and emergency relief workers

09-07-05 - State Health Office assures parents that evacuees pose no increase health risk

09-06-05 - Alabama's health care services are not interrupted by Hurricane Katrina

09-02-05 - Take precautions to prevent the spread of mosquitoes

09-01-05 - Alabama Department of Public Health responding to Hurricane Katrina

08-30-05 - Popular restaurants adopt smoke-free policies

08-30-05 - Test private well water

08-30-05 - Use caution in flood waters of hurricane

08-28-05 - Follow hurricane safety precautions

08-19-05 - Alabama records lowest number of infant deaths in 2004; infant mortality rate is tied with 2003

08-12-05 - Hispanic profile presents statewide health comparisons

08-10-05 - Keep safety in mind when it comes to ATVs

08-08-05 - Alabama Child Death Review annual report again records progress in decreasing child deaths

07-28-05 - Shellfish waters reopen

07-14-05 - Eastern Equine Encephalitis detected in South Alabama; first human death from EEE recorded in 2005

07-11-05 - ADPH reminds public about precautions in aftermath of Hurrican Dennis

07-11-05 - Shellfish growing waters closed

07-11-05 - ADPH is opening additional medical needs shelter in Troy

07-09-05 - ADPH opening medical needs shelters

07-08-05 - Use safety precautions during Hurricane Dennis

06-29-05 - Follow safety guidelines if you handle fireworks

06-21-05 - Health precautions urged during periods of prolonged heat

06-16-05 - Summit launches new Alabama Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan

06-03-05 - Wildlife rabies may be migrating toward Jefferson County

05-26-05 - Heart disease and stroke death rates decline while cancer rates increase slightly

05-09-05 - "Alabama Together One Step at a Time" campaign targets obesity

05-02-05 - State's largest city passes smoking ordinance

04-24-05 - Oyster beds opened

04-01-05 - Shellfish growing waters closed

04-01-05 - ADPH announces free help for Alabamians who want to quit tobacco

03-23-05 - Injury in Alabama, A Focus on Prevention - Alabama to announce injury prevention plan March 31

03-22-05 - Winning posters promote seat belt usage among children

03-21-05 - If a fire started in your home, would you know what to do?

03-17-05 - World TB Day raises awareness of tuberculosis disease

03-14-05 - ADPH issues fish consumption advisories for 2005

03-14-05 - Moderation is key to reaching and maintaining a healthy weight

03-03-05 - Seek testing for colorectal cancer

03-01-05 - WIC can serve more women and children in Alabama

02-28-05 - Oral rabies vaccine shows success in preventing rabies in raccoons

02-22-05 - Release from Senator Sessions - National and State Efforts to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse

02-16-05 - Learn more about prostate cancer

02-15-05 - Good oral health for children begins earlier than age 3

02-14-05 - Second central Alabama oral rabies vaccine distribution to begin March 1

02-02-05 - Moderate physical activity helps people with arthritis

02-01-05 - Event encourages HIV awareness in black community

01-25-05 - Pap tests save lives

01-20-05 - Influenza vaccine now available to all in Alabama

01-19-05 - Alabama joins CDC to spread the message about colds, flu and antibiotics

01-18-05 - Renowned speakers to address tobacco use - the leading cause of preventable deaths in the U.S.

01-18-05 - Routine pap tests detect precancerous conditions

01-13-05 - Seat belt usage highest ever reported; child restraint slightly down in Alabama

01-12-05 - Health department makes funding available for tobacco prevention and control projects

01-11-05 - Cervical cancer survivor urges regular checkups

01-05-05 - Health department clinics to offer influenza vaccine to those ages 50-64 and household contacts of high-risk people

01-04-05 - January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month