In the week ending Dec. 20, the Alabama Department of Public Health reports roughly 6.3% of ER visits were for the flu. That’s up from 2.7% the previous week. And that was also double the rate of the week before.

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) routinely monitors the percentage of emergency department (ED) visits in Alabama diagnosed with a respiratory virus to understand the level of respiratory virus activity across the state and whether it is increasing or decreasing.

Flu cases are on the rise across Alabama, with health officials noting a different trend this season compared to last year

Health experts continue to recommend vaccination as one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of serious illness, even as circulating flu strains evolve throughout the season.

Alabama health officials stress vaccination and preventive care as community remembers a child who died after contracting the flu.

The Alabama Department of Public Health is asking residents who have tested positive for COVID-19 to participate in a confidential survey that will help experts learn more about the virus' spread. Meanwhile, virus-related hospitalizations in Alabama ...

The Alabama Department of Public Health on Monday announced it would no longer allow comments on its social media posts starting next week -- a move that was met with both praise and criticism. THREAD - Beginning Monday, October 3, 2022, the Alabama ...

According to Mental Health America, about 5% of the U.S. population experiences seasonal affective disorder, commonly known as seasonal depression.

Alabama restaurants are being closed by inspectors for serious health risks. Discover the common violations putting food safety at stake.

The US Department of Justice has launched an investigation into whether the Alabama Department of Public Health and the Lowndes County Health Department have put Black residents at a higher risk of disease by failing to properly rid their communities of ...