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Donors get rewards during Trauma Awareness Month

The American Red Cross encourages the public to schedule their May donation appointment before summer gets into full ...

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State hospitals drive $25 billion economic impact

Alabama’s hospitals contribute more than $25 billion annually to the state’s economy, serving as a critical lifeline for ...

Editorials

EDITORIAL: This is a big win for local pharmacies here and statewide

The Community Pharmacy Relief Act was signed into law by Gov. Kay Ivey after it was passed by ...

World Autism Awareness Day is April 2

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Autism Walk set for Saturday

The inaugural Demopolis Autism Walk will be held on Saturday at Foscue Park, and event organizers are overwhelmed ...

The Regional Autism Network provides resources and training for persons of all ages who have autism spectrum disorder.

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USA Regional Autism Network workshop

The University of South Alabama Regional Autism Network (USARAN) and Alfred G. Adams Jr. Optimist Club of Perry ...

Health and Wellbeing

Free cancer screenings set for Saturday

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Friday, March 7, is “Dress in Blue Day” to help raise ...

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ADPH reminds parents of the importance of measles vaccination

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) reminds parents to make sure their children are up to date ...

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Get outdoors, active, and social

Do you enjoy outdoor activities? Do you like to run, jog, or walk for health or recreation, but ...

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Alabama Extension Agent Breaks Down Red No. 3 Ban

by Katie Nichols Alabama Cooperative Extension Service   The Red No. 3 ban has been at the forefront ...

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Slow cookers helpful time-savers

By Justin Miller Need a helping hand in the kitchen to face the new year and cold temperatures ...

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Specialist provides guide to quick, healthier meals

By Justin Miller Regional Extension Agent The hustle and bustle of the workday doesn’t stop at quitting time. ...

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