Health & Wellness
09/12/2026 · Wilcox County
Vaccine Trials Target Leading Cause of Diarrheal Disease Deaths
Researchers are conducting trials for a new vaccine aimed at Shigella bacteria. Diarrheal diseases kill over one million people annually, with nearly half of these deaths occurring in children under five.
Mexican Farm Linked to Jalapeño Salmonella Outbreak in U.S.
Jalapeño peppers associated with a multistate salmonella outbreak in the United States originated from a farm in Sinaloa, Mexico. Federal investigators identified a specific grower and a U.S. distributor in their ongoing inquiry.
09/11/2026
Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Food Supply Contamination
A nationwide cyclospora outbreak likely stems from sewage contamination in the food supply, according to scientific researchers and public health officials. This parasite, spread through human waste, has prompted investigations into how it reached consumer products.
09/11/2026
Trump Proposes Separation of Combination Vaccines
A recent announcement from former President Donald Trump outlines a proposal to separate combination vaccines into individual injections. This includes the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. The suggested approach would involve administering shots individually, a method not commonly used in decades.
09/11/2026
COVID-19 Activity Increases During Summer Period
COVID-19 case numbers are currently rising across the United States. This increase aligns with similar trends observed during summer months in prior years of the pandemic. Health officials monitor these developments as other health topics receive wider attention.
09/11/2026
Research Suggests Vascular Risk Factor Management Linked to Extended Dementia-Free Life
New research from NYU Langone Health suggests a connection between managing certain vascular risk factors in midlife and a longer dementia-free period. Individuals who avoided three specific factors experienced approximately 13 additional years without dementia.
09/11/2026
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View allSecretary of State Wes Allen Reminds Alabamians of November 3 General Election Absentee Deadlines
Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, reminds Alabama voters that county absentee election managers must receive mail-in absentee ballot applications by Tuesday, October 27, 2026. The deadline to return an absentee ballot application in person is Thursday, October 29, 2026. Absentee ballots being returned in-person must be received by the county absentee election manager by close of business on the day before the election, November 2, 2026. Absentee ballots returned by mail must be received no later than noon on Election Day, November 3, 2026. It is recommended to mail in your absentee ballot application and absentee ballots at least two weeks before the deadline for county absentee election managers to receive them. Under Alabama law, voters must have a qualifying reason to vote by absentee ballot. Voters are required to identify their qualifying reason on their absentee ballot application. For the list of qualifying reasons to vote absentee, visit https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting. Voters are required to present a valid form of photo identification before voting at their polling place or when requesting an absentee ballot. For more information on absentee voting in Alabama or to download an absentee ballot application, visit www.AlabamaVotes.gov. Wes Allen is Alabama’s 54th Secretary of State. The Secretary of State is Alabama’s Chief Elections Official. Additionally, Alabama law gives the Secretary of State more than 1,000 different duties. To learn more about the Secretary of State and his responsibilities and duties visit www.sos.alabama.gov. ### *Secretary of State Wes Allen’s official photograph: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/sites/default/files/inline-images/AllenBioHighRes.jpg *Absentee Election Manager contact information: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/absentee-election-manager *2026 Election Administration Calendar: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/sites/default/files/election-2026/AdminCalendar%20-2026.pdf *Learn more about photo voter ID requirements or get your free photo voter ID: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/photo-voter-id P.O. Box 5616 Montgomery, AL 36103-5616 Phone: (334) 242-7200 Fax: (334) 242-4993
Public Hearing Announced for New Regulations by AG's Office
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View allSupreme Court Rules in Favor of Wes Allen Returning Elections to Maps Approved by Alabama Legislature
Other - 10/05/2026
Election Integrity Update from Secretary of State Wes Allen: “Noncitizen Pleads Guilty to Voting in Alabama Elections in Federal Court”
Other - 09/28/2026
Secretary of State Wes Allen Files Legal Motion to Fast-Track Redistricting Case
Other - 09/28/2026
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