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04/30/2026 · Escambia County

Alabama Clinics See 20% Spike in Asthma, Allergy Visits Amid Pollen Boom

Birmingham-area clinics are swamped as pollen counts soar, driving a 20% jump in respiratory illness visits across central and northern Alabama. Public health officials warn of year-round allergens worsened by mild winters and temperature swings. Experts urge residents to act now to breathe easier this spring.

04/30/2026

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CDC Reports First U.S. Cases of Emerging Fungal Infection, Candida auris

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported the first thirteen cases of Candida auris (C. auris) in the United States. C. auris is a fungal infection that has emerged globally and is sometimes fatal.

04/30/2026

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