Notices
Flu Vaccine - Vaccine clinics are being held at county health departments across the state. Contact your local county health department for information on vaccine availability.
2011 Infant Mortality Rate - Infant mortality rate in Alabama falls to an all-time low in 2011.
West Nile Virus - ADPH will continue to notify local officials of test results and recommend methods of prevention.
ABC's of Sleeping Babies - Babies sleep safest when they sleep alone on their back in an uncluttered crib or other safe sleep surface.
GuLF STUDY - Did you help clean up the oil spill? The GuLF STUDY is a health study for workers and volunteers who helped clean up after the Deepwater Horizon disaster.
Events
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month - Screenings save lives. Check to see if your county health department is hosting a free prostate cancer screening.
9th Annual Alabama Youth Council - The 9th Annual Alabama Youth Council will take place on October 2 at the Montgomery Performing Arts Center in downtown Montgomery.
Candlelight Memorial Service - A candle light vigil in honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day will be held on the Terrace at Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts on October 15.
Upcoming HIV/AIDS Events - The HIV/AIDS division provides a centralized listing of all HIV/AIDS related events in the state.
September Health Observances
ALPHTN Webcasts
The Alabama Public Health Training Network (ALPHTN) broadcasts live webcasts and satellite conferences for health professionals in Alabama and across the country. Below is a list of upcoming conferences. Register to participate in these free programs.
Friday, September 28, 2012
Caring for Patients with Cancer in Home Care
Many cancer patients now receive care at home as a way to be close to their family, friends, and familiar surroundings during treatment. Program faculty will discuss how your role in home care can help a patient achieve this desire.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Center for Emergency Preparedness Emergency Operations Plan
This program will give ADPH staff the opportunity to learn more about the Emergency Operations Plan.
How Do I?
- Apply for health insurance online?
- Apply for WIC?
- Check restaurant scores?
- Exchange meaningful use data?
- Find a directory of health care facilities?
- Get help to quit smoking?
- Obtain free family planning services?
- Obtain home health services?
- Order a birth/death/marriage certificate?
- Prepare for an emergency?
- Review health care facility deficiencies?
News Releases
09-26-12 - WIC Program seeks public comment about 2013 State Plan
09-25-12 - Text4baby seeks to connect moms to free health information
09-24-12 - ADPH reopens areas to oyster harvesting
09-19-12 - Infant mortality rate in Alabama falls to an all-time low in 2011
09-13-12 - Influenza vaccine recommended for those 6 months of age and older
09-04-12 - ADPH urges baby boomers be tested for hepatitis C
09-04-12 - Reduce your exposure to mosquitoes after Hurricane Isaac