Dr. Scott Harris

Measles outbreaks are sparking concern among parents and public health and healthcare professionals, including here in Alabama. State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris is sending the message out that measles is serious and surging, vaccination coverage is declining and there is a present need for action to protect others.

The amount of Alabamians eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine is increasing, despite the state not having enough available for everyone who qualifies. Dr.…

Albama health officials say the state's slow rollout of the coronavirus vaccine is due to a lack of supplies. Dr. Scott Harris said the number of…

Alabama reported over 3,000 cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, a new record high. Dr. Scott Harris said that 1,801 people were hospitalized with the virus,…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is urging state residents to be smart and vigilant about the threat of the coronavirus even as the state…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Health officials are watching to see if the state has any upswing in coronavirus activity after the state lifted a stay-home order…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is expected to make an announcement regarding the future of state closure orders because of the coronavirus…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has directed public schools to finish the year academic year through distance learning as the state tries to…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The number of coronavirus cases in Alabama jumped to nearly 200 as health officials urged people to maintain social distancing and…

The Alabama Department of Public Health has closed shellfish growing waters in Baldwin and Mobile counties. Authorities say Areas I, II, III, IV, V and VI…