News Releases

The Alabama Department of Public Health produces a wide variety of press releases throughout the year with the intent of keeping the public informed about ongoing health situations; spotlighting the work of individual programs within ADPH; highlighting monthly health observances; announcing upcoming events; and much more. Here you will find links to 2021 releases, as well as a comprehensive archive of previous news releases.

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Recent Posts

National HIV Testing Day is June 27: Check your status

Shellfish growing waters reopened

Prevention is key to safeguard against tick-borne diseases

Shellfish growing waters reopened

ADPH announces new maternal autopsy program

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ADPH Marks Anniversary of Lowndes County Agreement

Raccoon in Autauga County tests positive for rabies

Shellfish growing waters reopened

WIC income guidelines increase

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Shellfish growing waters reopened

Shellfish growing waters reopened

Oral Cancer Awareness Month promotes prevention and early detection

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Shellfish growing waters reopened

Do not handle bats, ADPH cautions

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Shellfish growing waters reopened

Take care when using oven cleaners

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

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

Oral rabies vaccine distribution begins October 3

ADPH reports a second case of rabies in wildlife in Ashland

#ClearTheCrib #SafeSleepAL challenge highlights SIDS Awareness Month

Fox in Ashland tests positive for rabies

Avoid mosquito bites, ADPH reminds everyone

ADPH asks for input to improve health in your local community

Alabama WIC Program seeks public comment about 2024 State Plan

Prevent mosquito bites, especially at dawn and dusk

Extra precautions are needed to prevent heat illnesses

Shellfish growing waters opened

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Alabama physicians co-author study of groundbreaking TB treatment

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Shellfish growing waters reopened

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

Alabama begins screening newborns for two additional genetic disorders

“Odds Are Alabama” Shines Light on Dangers of Fentanyl

Alabama WIC Program expands access to breastfeeding support services

Shellfish growing waters reopened

Shellfish growing waters reopened

New website helps locate free COVID-19 testing sites

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Shellfish growing waters closed

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

Prevent hypothermia; recognize and get medical attention if symptoms occur

Get your flu shot by Halloween, ADPH advises

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

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

Shellfish growing waters opened

Shellfish growing waters closed

Follow safe sleep guidelines to prevent infant deaths

WIC income guidelines increase

ADPH provides information regarding infant formula shortages

ADPH observes Healthy and Safe Swimming Week 2022

Shellfish growing waters opened

COVID is still with us, so don’t ignore symptoms or delay treatment

Investigations of nine young children with adenovirus are underway

Reduce risk of E. coli O157:H7 and other gastrointestinal illnesses

National Public Health Week 2022 promotes action to lead healthier lives

Bats in Clarke County found positive for rabies; precautions urged

State Laboratory's Full-Scale Exercise Involves Prattville's First Responders

CDC’s COVID-19 Community Levels help determine prevention steps

Stay safe during cold weather emergencies

Drive-through COVID-19 testing continues at four Alabama sites

Donald E. Williamson, M.D., State Health Laboratory dedicated virtually

COVID-19 isolation and quarantine period shortened

Cat confirmed positive for rabies in Prattville; precautions advised

Pediatric COVID-19 vaccine now available in Alabama

Shellfish growing waters opened

Dog confirmed positive for rabies in Wadley; precautions advised

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

Health authorities urge flu shots for ages 6 months and older

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine boosters authorized for more eligible persons

Shellfish growing waters opened

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ADPH announces KICK COVID campaign

Alabama WIC Program seeks public comment about 2022 State Plan

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Safety precautions following Tropical Storm Ida

Winners of COVID-19 TikTok contest announced

Free COVID-19 Testing in Baldwin County

Guidance for Alabama schools

Raccoon confirmed positive for rabies in Cullman

Shellfish growing waters opened

Alabama WIC introduces self-checkout options

ADPH COVID-19 dashboard redesigned

CDC issues guidance as Delta COVID-19 variant surges

Cat confirmed positive for rabies in Prattville

Hepatitis A virus identified in a food handler in Hamilton

Hepatitis A virus identified in a food handler in Montgomery

ADPH issues 2021 Fish Consumption Advisories

2021 Fish Consumption Advisories

Vaccinate Alabama TikTok Contest

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Drinking Water Week

Stillbirth Prevention Campaign

ADPH schedules large-scale COVID-19 vaccine clinics

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ADPH celebrates Rural Water and Wastewater Treatment Award

COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility to be Expanded in Alabama

Portions of Mobile Bay reopened to oyster harvesting

Scale Back Alabama Extends Start Date to April 5

Shellfish growing waters closed

COVID-19 testing offered in Enterprise and Dothan

Scale Back Alabama kicks off 2021 program with exciting changes

Third grade winners of 2021 ‘Share Your Smile with Alabama’

Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Request for Proposals

COVID-19 vaccination eligibility expanded in Alabama

New site for COVID-19 vaccination clinics in Baldwin County

COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Chambers County

COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Elmore County

COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Lee County

COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Macon County

COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Montgomery County

COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Russell County

COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Tallapoosa County

COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Lowndes County

COVID-19 vaccine in Coosa County

COVID-19 update

COVID-19 vaccine remains limited

COVID-19 vaccination appointments available for Alabamians

Test your home for radon

ADPH updates COVID-19 vaccine status

Avoid gatherings during the holiday season, home is safer

Rely only on credible sources of COVID-19 information

Alabama infant mortality shows slight uptick in 2019

Alabama shortens home quarantine for some COVID-19 contacts

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Brundidge Thursday

Safer at Home Emergency Order

COVID-19 Vaccine Planning

ADPH announces COVID-19 vaccine plan

Shellfish growing waters closed

Get the protection offered by flu shots

Portions of Mobile Bay opened for oyster harvesting

Area reopened to oyster harvesting

Shellfish growing waters closed

September is Infant Mortality Awareness Month

Area reopened to oyster harvesting

Drive-in COVID-19 testing available in Choctaw County

Drive-through COVID-19 testing offered May 27 in Altoona

Drive-through COVID-19 testing available in Macon County

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Greene County

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Hale County

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Andalusia

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Fayette County

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Walker County

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Ozark

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Geneva

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Centre

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Lineville

Drive-in COVID-19 testing available in Monroe County

Drive-in COVID-19 testing available in Baldwin County

Drive-in COVID-19 testing available in Dallas County

Drive-in COVID-19 testing available in Choctaw County

Drive-in COVID-19 testing available in Atmore

Drive-in COVID-19 testing available in Brewton

Drive-through COVID-19 testing available in Oneonta

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Tuscaloosa County

Shellfish growing waters closed

Alabama National Guard to assist nursing homes

Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Lineville

Drive-through COVID-19 testing available in Roanoke tomorrow

Drive-through COVID-19 testing available in Jacksonville

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ADPH reports first known employee with COVID-19

First Alabama resident confirmed positive for COVID-19

ADPH state lab now tests for COVID-19

100 Alabama Miles Challenge Set to Kick Off on March 14

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

‘Share Your Smile with Alabama’ highlights winning smiles

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Scale Back Alabama kicks off 2020 campaign

Get a healthy start in 2020 with the Alabama Tobacco Quitline

Federal law raises minimum age for tobacco purchases to 21

Shellfish growing areas closed

National Rural Health Day 2019 to be observed November 21

November, American Diabetes Month®

Confirmed case of EEE reported in Alabama resident

Test your children and your home for lead poisoning

Portions of Mobile Bay opened for oyster harvesting

Shellfish growing areas closed

‘Be The 1 To’ help prevent suicide

Infant Mortality Reduction Summit scheduled for September 26-27

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Protect yourself from mosquito-borne viruses

ADPH recommends hepatitis A vaccine for all food workers

Shellfish growing areas closed

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

For breastfeeding to succeed, parents need support

Alabama Department of Public Health unveils updated seal

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Follow precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses

Practice healthy and safe swimming all season long

Adjust your activities to avoid heat-related illnesses

Shellfish growing areas closed

Shellfish growing areas closed

Scale Back Alabama announces 2019 prize winners

Oral Cancer Awareness Month

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

National health survey underway in Marengo County

Use extreme caution following flooding, sewage overflows

Shellfish growing areas closed

Water-damaged buildings may harbor mold

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Hepatitis A virus identified in a food handler in Montgomery

Shellfish growing areas closed

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Scale Back Alabama kicks off 2019 campaign

Keep this New Year’s resolution to quit tobacco

Hepatitis A outbreak has spread in Northern Alabama

Shellfish growing areas closed

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Hepatitis A outbreak under investigation in North Alabama

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Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Shellfish growing areas closed

Infant mortality rate in Alabama is lowest ever in 2017

Great American Smokeout is November 15

Alabama to observe National Rural Health Day

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Shellfish growing areas closed

Alabama clinic recognized for success in immunizing adolescents

Agencies investigate outbreak at Ventress Correctional Facility

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

ADPH investigates outbreak associated with eggs from Alabama farm

Infant Mortality Reduction Summit scheduled for September 14

WIC Program seeks public comment about 2019 State Plan

Shellfish growing areas closed

Shellfish growing areas closed

Fox bite reported in rural Loxley

Shellfish growing waters closed

Two fox bites reported in Robertsdale City Limits

WIC income guidelines increase; Are you eligible?

Alabama recognizes National EMS Week

Should you be tested for hepatitis?

Lowndes County Community Survey set for May 22-24

Shellfish growing areas closed

Public Health leader Kratina Cunningham honored

ADPH to conduct TB testing in Auburn May 17

ADPH issues synthetic cannabinoids alert

Shellfish growing areas closed

Scale Back Alabama announces 2018 prize winners

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Chicks and ducklings may pose risks of illness

Some areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Follow safety precautions after spring storms

Shellfish growing areas closed

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Shellfish growing areas closed

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

ADPH to hold free TB testing event February 27

Dr. Scott Harris appointed state health officer

Through With Chew Week

Shellfish growing areas closed

ADPH announces HPV video contest winners

Opioid Council Report

ADPH to hold special flu shot clinics

Follow safety precautions during cold weather emergencies

ADPH to hold special flu shot clinics

Scale Back Alabama kicks off its 12th year

ADPH investigates mumps outbreak in Russell County

There is no downside to quitting tobacco

Alabama experiences significant flu activity this season

ADPH encourages HPV vaccination, teen video contest announced

Infant mortality rate in Alabama increases in 2016

Alabama to celebrate National Rural Health Day November 16

Hepatitis A investigation in Anniston complete

November is American Diabetes Month®

ADPH continues investigation of gastrointestinal illness

Prevent tooth decay this Halloween

ADPH investigates gastrointestinal illnesses

Shellfish growing areas reopened

Updated STD case numbers reported for Etowah County

STD cases reported in Etowah County

Public Health Advisory lifted for Big Wills Creek

Do not handle bats; pets in Mobile exposed to rabies

Public Health Advisory issued for Big Wills Creek

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Annual flu shots recommended for those 6 months of age and older

Take precautions to prevent the spread of mosquitoes

Follow hurricane safety precautions

WIC Program seeks public comment about 2018 State Plan

Shellfish growing areas closed

ADPH Tobacco Prevention calls for funding applications

Protective measures are urged to fight West Nile virus

Serious infectious disease network launched

Modify your activities to avoid heat-related illnesses

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Shellfish growing areas closed

Law allows Alabama students to apply sunscreen at school

WIC income guidelines increase: Are you eligible for WIC?

Ensure healthy and safe swimming this season

ADPH investigates outbreak in Montgomery

Be aware that all bodies of water can pose health risks

ADPH investigates pertussis outbreak in East Alabama

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Shellfish growing waters closed

ADPH participates in Wear Red Day®

Areas reopened to oyster harvesting

Indelible Catering no longer authorized to cater in Alabama

Scale Back Alabama kicks off its 11th year

Shellfish growing waters closed

Make 2017 the year to quit tobacco, be healthier and wealthier

Rabid fox in Coosa County prompts heightened rabies warning

Parents cautioned to feed their infants safely

Understand and help prevent suicide

Have a healthy and safe Labor Day weekend

WIC Program seeks public comment about 2017 State Plan

ADPH investigates tuberculosis case at Hope Hull facility

ADPH Tobacco Prevention calls for funding applications

Blountsville recreational water facility to reopen Saturday

Public Health leaders honored

Are you eligible for WIC?

Shellfish growing waters closed

Oyster growing areas opened

Shellfish growing waters closed

Oyster growing areas opened

Kimberly Gordon honored as Social Work Manager of the Year

Two additional Alabama residents confirmed with Zika virus

Shellfish growing waters closed

State of Alabama declares 2016 the year to Get Moving Alabama!

Oyster growing areas opened

First Alabama resident confirmed with Zika virus

ADPH updates advisory regarding Zika virus

ADPH continues to address lead levels in children

ADPH confims 1 new TB case in Perry County