Health & Wellness
Friday, May 1, 2026 · Decatur
Alabama Pollen Surge Sparks Respiratory Crisis Statewide
Spring pollen levels in Alabama have shattered records, driving a sharp rise in asthma attacks and allergy flare-ups across the state. Health officials from the Alabama Department of Public Health urge residents to brace for worsening symptoms as oak, pine and cedar trees unleash their peak assault. From Birmingham clinics to rural North Alabama trails, sneezes and wheezes are the new normal.
CDC Links Zika Virus to Microcephaly, Other Birth Defects
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that Zika virus is a cause of microcephaly and other serious fetal brain abnormalities. The conclusion follows an extensive evaluation of available scientific data.
Friday, May 1, 2026
CDC Report Highlights Sepsis Prevention and Early Recognition
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) addresses sepsis, a severe medical condition arising from the body's reaction to infection. The report emphasizes prevention and early detection to improve patient survival rates. Sepsis can lead to organ failure and death.
Friday, May 1, 2026
CDC Reports Decline in Breast Cancer Mortality Rates, Racial Disparities Remain
A new CDC study indicates a decrease in breast cancer death rates among women between 2010 and 2014. However, the research also highlights persistent racial disparities in mortality related to the disease.
Friday, May 1, 2026