Alabama Public Health

05/20/2026

Are you concerned about measles? The MMR vaccine is the best protection against the disease. Learn more at alabamapublichealth.gov/immunization/measles.html.

05/20/2026

Backyard pool owners: Learn how to safely use pool chemicals and help protect yourself, kids, and pets from injury at tinyurl.com/36vkw2vu.

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

Your Voice Matters! We need your input on the health issues and challenges in your local community. Your feedback will help us gather data to better serve your community in the future. Please complete the survey at tinyurl.com/2f2uhny3 by June 1.

05/20/2026

May 20 is Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for Children Day! Learn more about EMSC in Alabama: alabamapublichealth.gov/emsc.

05/19/2026

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month! With more sunny days coming up, it’s a great time to learn how to stay safe from ticks. You can find out how to lower your risk and how to safely remove a tick at alabamapublichealth.gov/tick/index.html.

05/19/2026

Salmonella Outbreak: 184 people sick, 53 hospitalized, in 31 states from contact with backyard poultry. Backyard poultry can carry Salmonella germs that can make you sick. Take steps to keep yourself and your flock healthy: tinyurl.com/3trs6fv8.

05/19/2026

"It is Healthy and Safe Swimming Week! Watch kids closely when they are in or around water. Drowning happens quickly and quietly, so avoid distractions like using a phone. Learn more: tinyurl.com/5f9ydhdt. "

05/19/2026

Today, May 19, is National Hepatitis Testing Day. Talk to your doctor to see if you should get tested for viral hepatitis. You can learn more at tinyurl.com/3csc73vr.

05/18/2026

Don't miss out on a special men's health event hosted by the ADPH Office of Community Affairs! Enjoy engaging activities, connect with others, and get a free lunch on Friday, June 12, 10:30 am - 1 pm at 11 South Union Street, Room 200, Montgomery, AL. This event is for men only and open to the public. Secure your spot now: form.jotform.com/260604892252053.

05/18/2026

Have you taken our survey about health problems in your community? Knowing which health issues matter most to people in Alabama will help the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) better serve everyone in the future. It only takes 10 minutes to complete: tinyurl.com/2f2uhny3. The deadline is June 1.