Health & Wellness
Sunday, April 12, 2026 · Marion County
World Association of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine Releases Fall Newsletter
The World Association of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (WATCVM) has released its Fall Newsletter, offering updates relevant to local animal care practitioners and pet owners in Marion County interested in alternative veterinary treatments.
Alabama Doctors' Opioid Prescribing Habits Under Scrutiny Amid National Overdose Crisis
A 2012 analysis revealed significant disparities in opioid painkiller prescription rates across different states. Health officials cite overprescribing as a major contributor to the U.S. prescription drug overdose crisis.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
First U.S. Ebola Case: What Alabama Residents Need to Know
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will hold a telebriefing concerning the first confirmed case of Ebola diagnosed within the United States. The briefing will provide updates on the ongoing investigation into the case.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Microneedle Measles Vaccine Patch Could Boost Alabama's Public Health Efforts
Researchers at Georgia Tech and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are developing a microneedle patch for measles vaccination. The patch aims to simplify vaccine administration and potentially improve accessibility.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
HPV Vaccination Recommendation for Young Males Could Lower Cancer Rates in Alabama
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has issued a recommendation for routine HPV vaccination in males aged 11 to 12. The recommendation calls for a three-dose regimen targeting Human Papillomavirus (HPV).
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Accidental Medication Overdoses in Young Children: A Growing Concern in Alabama
A significant number of two-year-old children are admitted to U.S. emergency rooms each year after unintentionally overdosing on medications found in their homes. The unsupervised ingestion of medication is the primary cause.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
CDC Study: Rise in Foodborne Illnesses Linked to Imported Foods Could Impact Alabama
A new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests an increase in foodborne illness outbreaks connected to imported foods during 2009 and 2010. The research also indicates nearly half the outbreaks involved foods from previously unassociated regions.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Alabama Teens: CDC Survey Reveals Declines in Fights, Rise in Distracted Driving
A new CDC report indicates fewer high school students are smoking cigarettes and engaging in physical fights. However, the survey also highlights concerns about increased texting while driving.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
CDC Report Highlights Opioid Prescription Disparities: What it Means for Alabama
A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report indicates substantial differences in opioid prescription rates among states. The 2012 data highlights a national total of 259 million opioid painkiller prescriptions.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Alabama to Benefit from HHS's $613 Million Public Health Emergency Preparedness Funding
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced over $613 million in funding to improve public health emergency preparedness. The funds will be distributed across states, major cities, and U.S. territories. The goal is to strengthen capabilities for responding to various health crises.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
CDC Study Links Healthy Behaviors to Increased Life Expectancy: What It Means for Alabamians
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates a correlation between healthy lifestyle habits and a longer lifespan. The study examined the impact of specific behaviors on life expectancy. Findings suggest adopting one or more healthy habits may contribute to increased longevity.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Lung Cancer Incidence Trends in U.S. Show Decrease, Impacting Alabama's Public Health Strategies
A recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report indicates a decline in new lung cancer cases across many U.S. states between 1999 and 2008. The decrease was more significant among men than women, with incidence rates changing differently across geographic regions.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Alabama Health Officials Brace for Possible Flu Season Surge: Lessons Learned from Pandemic
Health agencies are bracing for a potential increase in influenza cases this year. Preparations build on experiences from the recent pandemic, which saw significant influenza-related hospitalizations and deaths.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Alabama Youth Sports Face Rising Brain Injury Rates, CDC Report Shows
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates a rise in sports- and recreation-related traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) among young people. Emergency department visits for these injuries increased by 60% over the last ten years.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Study: Drug-Related Hospitalizations Plague Older Alabamians and Nation
A recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that nearly 100,000 older adults are hospitalized annually due to adverse drug events. The study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, highlights the need for increased awareness and prevention efforts. The study's focus was adults in the United States, 65 years and older.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Child Abuse Costs Alabama and the U.S. Billions Annually, CDC Finds
Child abuse and neglect cost the United States an estimated $124 billion each year, according to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The figure represents the lifetime economic burden of cases confirmed in a single year. The study was published in the journal *Child Abuse and Neglect*.
Sunday, April 12, 2026