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    Latest health department scores

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the latest health scores reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) for food establishments in Cullman County.   Establishment Name: 4-WAY Address: 4244 Co Rd 109 City: BREMEN Zip Code: 35033 Score: 92 Smoke Free: Yes Inspection date: 9/17/2019 Establishment Name: AFC SUSHI @ PUBLIX #...

    Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 8

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    CULLMAN, Ala. –  The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) on Tuesday reported an additional 148 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Cullman County, with 3,814 cases confirmed across the county since the beginning of the pandemic. Statewide, the ADPH reported 3,218 new confirmed cases....

    Wallace State hosting flu shot clinics Oct. 19-21

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College will host flu shot clinics Oct. 19 - 21 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. each day in room 200 of the School of Nursing and Center for Science building. Shots will be provided for free with those...

    UAB among 1st in U.S. to offer clinical trial for the treatment of patients with severe COVID-19 using nitric oxide

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The University of Alabama at Birmingham has been selected to begin enrolling patients in an international study assessing the use of inhaled nitric oxide (iNO) to improve outcomes for COVID-19 patients with severely damaged lungs. Currently, there are no approved treatment options available...

    ADPH: Children’s Dental Health Month promotes good oral health

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, a time when we draw attention to the need for good oral health practices for children. The theme for this observance in 2023 is “Brush, Floss, Smile!”  Alabama’s Oral Health Office kicked off the month...

    ADPH expands COVID-19 vaccination eligibility to include persons 65+, teachers, others Feb. 8

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) announced Friday starting Feb. 8, ADPH will extend eligibility for COVID-19 vaccinations to include people 65 or older, and additional groups of frontline workers. The Vaccine Allocation Plan is available...

    Cullman Partners for Hope: R.E. Garrison Trucking receives inaugural Martha Hayes Leadership Award

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    WellStone Behavioral Health Chief Operating Officer Chris Van Dyke (right) presents WellStone’s and the Cullman Area Mental Health Foundation’s inaugural Martha Hayes Leadership Award to R.E. Garrison Trucking, represented by Sarah Frances Lovell (left) and Wyles Griffith (center), for its establishment of the Stephen...

    CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH

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    On Aug. 11, Cullman Regional released the following update: Cullman County is in the High-Risk Category for overall level of community transmission. Cullman Regional Current Situation 47 COVID positive patients and seven on a ventilatorHospitals across the state are continuing to see an increase in hospitalizations. Continue...

    Cullman County COVID-19 update: Nov. 24

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional on Tuesday reported 52 patients currently hospitalized with COVID-19. Ten of those patients are reported to be on ventilators. Monday, the hospital reported 45 patients. Cullman Regional has reported 51 deaths to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH)....

    Wasps: watch out this summer

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    AUBURN, Ala. - While helpful in controlling other insects, wasps are more known for their painful stings. The term wasp is somewhat generic. Hornets, mud daubers and yellow jackets are all wasps, with hornets and yellow jackets being the most common. With every occasional...

    ADPH launches color-coded COVID-19 Risk Indicator Dashboard

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) has introduced a new tool that allows policy makers and others viewing it to recognize the COVID-19 risk status in each county and to guide health behavior. The new COVID-19 Risk Indicator Dashboard is...

    COVID-19 surges in Alabama children, vaccination and other measures needed to prevent further spread

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health reports a significant increase in pediatric cases of COVID-19 at this time of year, compared to the same time in 2020. Coupled with this increase in cases, ADPH notes that Alabama has at least 50...

    Hospice of Cullman County Inc. MEGA CASH Draw Down postponed

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    CULLMAN, Ala. — Hospice of Cullman County Inc., the fundraising arm of Cullman Regional Hospice, announced the 2021 MEGA CASH Draw Down that was scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 19 has been postponed until further notice.  The decision was made by the Hospice of Cullman County...

    ‘We miss our regulars’ – Local restaurants share impact from COVID-19 changes

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    CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – Restaurants around the county have had to noticeably adapt quickly to new restrictions and orders put in place by officials due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The statewide health order issued by Governor Kay Ivey March 19 has drastically affected the way restaurants conduct their...

    Cullman Regional offering free stroke prevention screenings

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    CULLMAN - In recognition of American Stroke Month, Cullman Regional is offering free stroke prevention screenings to the community. Visits are by appointment only. Screenings will be offered on the following dates: May 4, 18, 23 and June 1 and 8. According to the American...

    COVID-19 case, vaccine update: Feb. 28

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    Sunday, Feb. 28, 2021 COVID-19 update from the Alabama Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 Dashboard Hub (https://bit.ly/3iVJwXK) Case details Total confirmed cases in AL: 386,525 (+489 since yesterday) Probable cases in AL: 106,727 (+80 since yesterday)   Total confirmed deaths in AL: 7,787 (+0 since yesterday)            Probable...

    Cullman Gravel Ridge Farms eggs recalled

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    CULLMAN - Cullman’s Gravel Ridge Farms is recalling its cage free large eggs due to a potential contamination of Salmonella: “The recall was initiated because reported illnesses were confirmed at locations using Gravel Ridge Farm Eggs, and we are voluntarily recalling out of an...

    Cullman Regional hosts 2nd annual Think Pink Luncheon

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Hanceville native Renee Quick shared her inspirational story of battling breast cancer as the keynote speaker at this year’s Think Pink Luncheon Thursday. This is the second year Cullman Regional has hosted the luncheon, in a continued effort to bring awareness...

    LifeSouth in emergency need of blood donors

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    National blood shortages are impacting blood centers across the country, and locally, LifeSouth Community Blood Centers have emergency need for all blood types.        Summer months take a toll on the blood supply, and this year has been especially difficult here in north Alabama and across...

    Cullman City Schools Sept. 14 COVID-19 case update

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Schools system has a total of 22 students currently absent due to reported positive cases of COVID-19 as of Tuesday, September 14, according to the latest school attendance data.Cullman High School reported eight positive student cases, Cullman City...

    Direct Support Professional Recognition Week Sept. 13-17

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health is recognizing the important role direct support professionals play in supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities by highlighting Sept. 13-17, 2021 as Direct Support Professional Recognition Week. The annual celebration provides an opportunity to...

    Alabama Department of Public Health issues 2022 Fish Consumption Advisories

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) annually updates fish consumption advisories based on data collected the preceding fall by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM).  ADEM, the Tennessee Valley Authority and the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources...

    Cullman County launches mental health court

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Circuit Judge Gregory Nicholas and mental healthcare provider WellStone on Monday announced the formation of Mental Health Court, a specialized court for people living with serious mental illness. According to a release from WellStone, the court is intended to "hold...

    Second COVID-19 vaccine boosters authorized for individuals ages 50 and older and higher-risk individuals

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Protection offered by COVID-19 vaccine decreases over time, and the Alabama Department of Public Health cautions that even in times of low community transmission, the risk for older and immunocompromised persons to become severely ill with COVID-19 is not zero.  In...

    COVID-19 case, vaccine update: Jan. 31

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    Sunday, Jan. 31, 2021 COVID-19 update from the Alabama Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 Dashboard Hub Case details Total confirmed cases in AL: 362,319 (+2,964 since Friday) Probable cases in AL: 97,320 (+1,093 since Friday)    Total confirmed deaths in AL: 6,171 (+77 since Friday)        Probable deaths...

    Mosquito spraying begins

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    Mosquitoes transmit many dangerous diseases, including Zika and West Nile. / James Gathany, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CULLMAN COUNTY - It’s that time of year again: lake days, long summer nights and anywhere from one to 100 mosquito bites depending on one’s luck....

    Jacobs: ‘It’s not worth chancing’; Cullman Co. COVID-19 update: Nov. 6

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County added a record 65 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health, with 2,404 cases confirmed across the county since the beginning of the pandemic. Of those, 701 were confirmed...

    New advisory committee launches 3-phase plan for Cullman’s mental health crisis

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    CULLMAN - Cullman Regional on Monday announced the formation of the Cullman County Mental Health Advisory Committee and its three-phase plan to address Cullman County’s mental health crisis. Nationally, said a statement from the hospital, the suicide rate increased 22 percent between 2005 and...

    Cullman Regional welcomes Endocrinologist, Lakshmi Kannan, MD, to Medical Group

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    Cullman, Ala. — Cullman Regional welcomes Endocrinologist and Obesity Medicine Specialist, Lakshmi Kannan, MD, to the Cullman Regional Medical Group. Dr. Kannan completed her medical degree at Thanjavur Medical College, and later, completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia,...

    CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH

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    On Aug. 18, Cullman Regional released the following update: Cullman County is in the High Risk Category for overall level of community transmission. Cullman Regional Current Situation 53 COVID positive patients and 12 on a ventilatorContinue to be vigilant in mask wearing and social distancing.  Everyone should...

    COVID-19: Good Samaritan Health Clinic still open

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Good Samaritan Health Clinic Executive Director Jolanda Hutson and Clinic Administrator Cindy Barnett on Monday afternoon issued this statement: The Good Samaritan Health Clinic of Cullman is closely monitoring updates from local and national public health authorities concerning the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)....

    ADPH provides information regarding infant formula shortages

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program realizes the challenges that many families are facing with the current nationwide infant formula shortages. ADPH WIC is working daily to address this issue in Alabama.ADPH WIC’s infant...

    Save a life by getting CPR certified

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – On Monday, Jan. 2, many people in Cullman and across the country watched live on television as 24-year-old Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest on the field during the Bills’ game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Hamlin received critical life-saving...

    Extension receives grants to support COVID-19 vaccines

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    ALABAMA A&M UNIVERSITY & AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—The Alabama Cooperative Extension System, representing Alabama A&M and Auburn universities, received grant funding to provide much needed education about COVID-19 vaccines to Alabama residents. The grant money will also go toward hosting vaccination clinics to increase the...

    Surgical Arts surgeons, staff join Cullman Regional Medical Group

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Surgical Arts physicians and staff have joined Cullman Regional Medical Group, the Cullman Regional’s employed physician group. With the addition of Surgical Arts, the group now employs 39 physicians and mid-level providers in anesthesiology, cardiology, family medicine, general surgery, gynecology, interventional...

    CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH released Jan. 12

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – On Jan. 12, Cullman Regional Medical Center released the following COVID update: Cullman County is in the High-Risk category for overall level of community transmission. Cullman Regional Current Situation ·         31 COVID positive patients, two of whom are on a ventilator ·         Continue to be...

    Coronavirus (COVID-19) flash, Aug. 25

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – On Aug. 25, Cullman Regional Medical Center released the following COVID update: Cullman County is in the High-Risk category for overall level of community transmission. Cullman Regional Current Situation ·         79 COVID positive patients, 16 of whom are on a ventilator ·         Continue to be...

    Cullman Regional receives Community Partner Award from UAH

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    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - University of Alabama in Huntsville College of Nursing Graduate Program has chosen Cullman Regional as the recipient of its annual Community Partner Award. The award is in recognition of Cullman Regional’s continued commitment to provide nurse practitioner students important precepting opportunities...

    Poll of COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy finds Alabamians take COVID-19 seriously, but reluctance exists among all groups ; authenticity is needed in messaging

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - A poll to better understand  the reluctance to take the COVID-19 vaccine among African Americans, Hispanics/Latinos and Tribal Nations was conducted by the Bruno Event Team for the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH). A federal grant funded the poll of...

    ADPH: ‘Share Your Smile with Alabama’ photo contest open to 3rd graders statewide

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    MONTGOMERY - A healthy smile is important to children, both for their overall health and self-esteem. The Oral Health Office of the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is launching its smile photo contest, and it is open to all third-grade students residing in...

    Scam Jam and Health Fair for seniors this Friday

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    Blood screenings, like these at last year’s Scam Jam and Health Fair, are provided by Cullman Regional. / Lorri Lee CULLMAN - The annual Scam Jam and Health Fair for Cullman’s senior citizens is this Friday, Aug. 4 from 9 a.m.-noon at the Cullman County...

    Birmingham Iron chooses local woman as massage coordinator

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    Kristie Williams (front, second from left) with her fellow Alliance of American Football league massage coordinators, program Director Sandy Fritz and Assistant Director Luke Fritz in San Antonio last week (Photo courtesy of Kristie Williams) CULLMAN - With the Alliance of American Football (AAF) league...

    Latest health department scores

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the latest health scores reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) for food establishments in Cullman County.   Establishment Name: ADAPRIS PIZZA Address: 1587 Co Rd 437 City: CULLMAN Zip Code: 35055 Score: 97 Smoke Free: Yes Inspection date: 10/1/2019 Establishment Name: ALAMITOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT Address: 3265...

    Summer safety: swimming and water safety

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the World Health Organization (WHO), drowning is the third leading cause of unintentional injury deaths worldwide. Over 230,000 people on average die each year by drowning, though the WHO states that this number could be vastly underestimated. May is...

    Cullman Regional to host nurse recruitment event August 7 at Karma’s Coffeehouse

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    Cullman, Ala. — Nurses and nursing students are invited to join Cullman Regional for a Nurse Recruitment Event on Saturday, August 7 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Karma’s Coffeehouse. Meet with directors and hiring managers to discuss career opportunities and learn about...

    Good Samaritan benefit concert receives Diamond Sponsor

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The check for the Diamond Level Sponsorship for the upcoming 6th Annual Caring for Cullman Concert by Good Samaritan Health Clinic of Cullman was presented on Tuesday by Cullman Savings Bank CEO and President John Riley to Clinic Executive Director Jolanda...

    Alcoholics Anonymous celebrates 87th birthday

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    AKRON, OH. - “Alcoholics Anonymous saved my life. There’s no question about that. It’s the best thing that ever happened in my life. I was one of those that everybody that knew me thought I’d always be drinking. It was just the way it...

    Hanceville Nursing & Rehab Center receives Commitment to Quality Award

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    ORLANDO, Fla. - In front of a crowd of more than 2,000 people from across the country this month, eight Alabama nursing homes received awards for achievement in health care quality. Four nursing homes received the American Health Care Association’s (AHCA) Silver – Achievement in...

    Cullman Regional Urgent Care Center offering back to school and sports physicals for $25

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    CULLMAN - Cullman Regional Urgent Care Center is offering no-appointment-needed school and sports physicals for $25. Cullman Regional’s school and sports physicals include a physical health examination, height and weight check, rang of motion testing, blood pressure check, pulse check and vision screening. Cullman Regional...

    Wallace State offers vaccine incentive to students

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.--Wallace State Community College is adopting a number of measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and to promote a successful fall semester. Chief among these is an emphasis on COVID-19 vaccinations.  Each student registered for fall semester who presents proof of completed COVID...

    Cullman Regional holds ribbon cutting for Center of Excellence Orthopedics and Spine

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional Medical Group marked the official opening of the Center of Excellence Orthopedics and Spine with a grand opening and ribbon cutting Wednesday, April 13. By focusing on a well-coordinated and positive patient experience and evidence-based best practices in orthopedic...

    Cullman Regional Employees “Go Red” on National Wear Red Day

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    Cullman Regional employees show their support in the fight against heart disease on National Wear Red Day. CULLMAN – February is National Heart Month, and Cullman Regional employees recently joined together to raise awareness and support the fight against heart disease by wearing red on...

    ADEM, ADPH: Reopening businesses should thoroughly flush water systems to guard against Legionnaires’, other diseases

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) and the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) issued a joint statement Thursday urging businesses that are reopening after the easing of coronavirus restrictions to thoroughly flush and inspect their water and air conditioning...

    TikTok contest promotes COVID-19 vaccinations before school starts

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    (Photo from ADPH)  MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Getting a COVID-19 vaccination can protect you, your family and community, and help end the pandemic. To promote vaccination, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is sponsoring a TikTok contest for persons between the ages of 13 and...

    Cullman Regional Launches Online Appointment Scheduling for COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics

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    Cullman, AL – Cullman Regional recently launched an online scheduling tool to allow community members to self-schedule themselves for the COVID-19 vaccine. Patients can access the online form at CullmanVaccine.com. Appointment slots will open up five days prior to any available clinics based on Cullman...

    Prevention, early detection keys to fighting cancer

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - February is National Cancer Prevention Awareness Month, a time dedicated to promoting the importance of early detection and prevention of the disease. Dr. Michael M. Garcia with the Clearview Cancer Institute in Cullman sat down with The Tribune to discuss things...

    Dr. Bill Peinhardt talks about the history of medicine in Cullman County

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The history of medicine in Cullman County has been rich and interesting to date. Those at the Cullman County Public Library this Wednesday had the opportunity to learn about that rich history from retired physician Dr. Bill Peinhardt. The event was part of the...

    As vaccine rollout continues, locals talk 2nd dose

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Frontline health care workers and nursing home residents were among the first group (Phase 1a) eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Parts of the next group (Phase 1b), including law enforcement, first responders and people older than 75 were next. On...

    Pediatric COVID-19 hospitalizations are at record high in Alabama, immediate measures necessary

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Hospitalizations of children in Alabama due to COVID-19 are at a record high, and immediate measures should be taken to reduce COVID-19 in the pediatric population. The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) and the Alabama Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics...

    Cullman County COVID-19 update: Jan. 17

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    CULLMAN, Ala. –  According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 24 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, with 5,556 cases confirmed across the county since the beginning of the pandemic. Of those, 833 were confirmed...

    COVID-19 case, vaccine update: Feb. 16

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    Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021 COVID-19 update from the Alabama Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 Dashboard Hub Case details Total confirmed cases in AL: 378,369 (+566 since yesterday) Probable cases in AL: 104,199 (+317 since yesterday)   Total confirmed deaths in AL: 7,261 (+9 since yesterday)          Probable deaths...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Running game propels Addison to 43-18 victory over Tanner, securing playoff spot

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    Addison clinched its spot in the playoffs Friday night with a 43-18 win over Tanner. (Sammy Confer for The Cullman Tribune) ADDISON- Addison (Class 2A, Region 7) looked to rebound from its first region loss last week as the Bulldogs faced off against Tanner in...

    ‘My heart said to do something for these senior citizens, so I did!’

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Candie Cummings is on a mission to shine a light on one of the darkest forms of abuse in our community: elder abuse. She, along with her sisters Brandie Drane and Charlotte Jones and friend Jennifer Young, organized Cullman’s inaugural Elder...

    Cullman Regional showcases positive growth, new robotic surgery capabilities

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    Urologist/Robotic Surgery Director Dr. Erik Wallin talks to a guest about Cullman Regional’s new da Vinci Xi robotic surgery device, which has been in use at the hospital since October 2018. (W.C. Mann for The Cullman Tribune) CULLMAN - Community leaders gathered at Cullman Regional...

    Cullman County COVID-19 update: Oct. 24

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -  Cullman County surpassed 2,000 positive cases of COVID-19 Saturday according to the Alabama Department of Public Health, with 2,004 cases confirmed across the county since the beginning of the pandemic. Of those, 413, or 20.6%, were confirmed in just the last...

    Cullman Regional and American Heart Association partner to make Cullman region healthier

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    CULLMAN – The American Heart Association (AHA) and Cullman Regional have announced a three-year sponsorship to promote the American Heart Association’s “Healthy for Good” movement. Cullman Regional is dedicated to reducing the number of cardiovascular-related deaths that impact our community annually. This continued commitment works...

    ADMH: May 8-14 is National Prevention Week

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    Montgomery, Ala. – According to the 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, an estimated 59.3 million Americans ages 12 and older used illicit drugs in the last recorded year. In Alabama, for ages 18 and older, an estimated 351,000 people have alcohol...

    Flu vaccine: this year more than ever

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - “If there was ever a year to be sure you get a flu vaccine, this is it.” That is the recommendation of Erin DeLaney, M.D., assistant professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine in the School of Medicine at the...

    Additional COVID-19 deaths reported in Cullman

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) on Tuesday reported another confirmed COVID-19 death in Cullman County, bringing the total number of confirmed deaths to five. According to Cullman Regional, the death was reported to the ADPH June 27. The hospital...

    Cullman’s WellStone Behavioral Health awarded $50K grant for Stepping Up Initiative

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    WellStone Behavioral Health COO Chris Van Dyke speaks about the Stepping Up Initiative at the June 12, 2018 Cullman County Commission meeting. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune) MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) recently requested community mental health centers provide a plan...

    Hereditary Female Cancers seminar at Cullman Regional Jan. 17

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    CULLMAN – You may have heard of celebrities being genetically tested to find out their risk for certain types of female cancers. Learn about these genetic tests from gynecologist Randy Yarbrough, MD, of Cullman Regional’s Gynecology Clinic and take a brief test to see...

    COVID-19 case, vaccine update: Feb. 2

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    Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021 COVID-19 update from the Alabama Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 Dashboard Hub Case details Total confirmed cases in AL: 364,398 (+1,170 since yesterday) Probable cases in AL: 98,540 (+908 since yesterday)    Total confirmed deaths in AL: 6,314 (+143 since yesterday)        Probable deaths...

    Think Pink luncheon focuses on breast cancer awareness

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    Cancer survivor and Cullman Regional Foundation Executive Director Maria Stanford with her son, Jack. (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune) CULLMAN - Cullman Regional hosted its “Think Pink” luncheon recently at Top of the Town in Cullman. In conjunction with breast cancer awareness month, the...

    COVID-19 case, vaccine update: Feb. 17

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    Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021 COVID-19 update from the Alabama Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 Dashboard Hub Case details Total confirmed cases in AL: 378,785 (+416 since yesterday) Probable cases in AL: 104,382 (+263 since yesterday)   Total confirmed deaths in AL: 7,324 (+63 since yesterday)          Probable deaths...

    Alabama faith leaders call on Gov. Ivey to expand Medicaid

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Nearly 300 Alabama faith leaders released a joint letter Thursday calling on Gov. Kay Ivey to expand Medicaid coverage immediately for adults with low incomes. The letter – signed by 278 pastors, imams, sisters and other faith leaders – asks for...

    Cullman County COVID-19 update: Jan. 16

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    CULLMAN, Ala. –  According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 20 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, with 5,532 cases confirmed across the county since the beginning of the pandemic. Of those, 827 were confirmed...

    ‘We are not going to get a do-over’

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Mary McIntyre this week cautioned Alabamians about rising rates of COVID-19 and asked them to be vigilant during the days ahead. The spread of the virus has resulted in the...

    Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 15

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    CULLMAN, Ala. –  According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 55 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, with 4,180 cases confirmed across the county since the beginning of the pandemic. Of those, 1,214 were confirmed...

    COVID-19 case, vaccine update: Feb. 5

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    Friday, Feb. 5, 2021 COVID-19 update from the Alabama Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 Dashboard Hub Case details Total confirmed cases in AL: 368,853 (+1,080 since yesterday) Probable cases in AL: 100,466 (+416 since yesterday)   Total confirmed deaths in AL: 6,697 (+55 since yesterday)        Probable deaths...

    ADPH: COVID-19 vaccine remains limited, continued patience is urged as demand is great

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) knows that many Alabamians are ready to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and appreciates the patience of all citizens during this time. The demand for COVID-19 vaccine continues to exceed supply as Alabama has more...

    County’s volunteer EMS providers to begin receiving Moderna vaccine today

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Licensed emergency medical services (EMS) providers within Cullman County’s volunteer fire departments will begin receiving the COVID-19 vaccine from Moderna today. EMS providers are part of Phase 1a of the Alabama Department of Public Health’s (ADPH) Vaccine Allocation Plan. Jeff Byars, who...

    Cullman Regional receives emergency CON approval for expansion project

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Health Care Authority of Cullman County/ Cullman Regional Board of Directors this week announced that they have received Emergency Alabama Certificate of Need (CON) approval to add an additional 30 beds to the hospital, including 13 additional critical care beds.   During...

    Mental health bill sponsored by Gudger, Shedd passes Legislature, goes to Ivey

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Legislature on Thursday passed a bill that would allow people who have been temporarily committed for mental health reasons to be kept for further care, even after the expiration of their court-ordered commitments, under certain conditions.  The bill was...

    Cullman Regional welcomes pediatrician Ashley A. Ketchum, D.O.

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional on Wednesday announced the addition of Ashley A. Ketchum, D.O. to its medical staff. Dr. Ketchum is a board-certified pediatrician. She is a graduate of Albion College in Albion, Michigan and completed medical school at Lincoln Memorial University- DeBusk College...

    Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer raises almost $34K

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    CULLMAN - The 6th Annual “Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer” 3-D Archery Tournament took place at the Cullman Community Archery Park on June 10-11. Bowhunters and archers of all ages competed in a tournament to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA), raising...

    Alabama health officials confirm state’s first case of Acute Flaccid Myelitis, rare polio-like disease

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    BIRMINGHAM - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) has confirmed the state's first case of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), a rare polio-like disease that affects the nervous system. Health officials say the cause of the disease is unknown at this time. The ADPH said...

    Cullman area long term care facilities get creative during Covid-19 quarantine

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    CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. -- Wednesday marks two weeks since the doors began closing to visitors at assisted living and nursing home facilities throughout Cullman County and the State of Alabama. Administrators and staff of facilities in Cullman have been working especially hard to help ease the minds of...

    Cullman County COVID-19 update: Jan. 22

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    CULLMAN, Ala. –  According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 22 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, with 5,662 cases confirmed across the county since the beginning of the pandemic. Of those, 642 were confirmed...

    Governor Ivey issues Executive Order to fight overreaching Covid-19 vaccine mandates

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday signed Executive Order 724 to fight the overreaching covid-19 vaccine mandates from the federal government. In doing so, Governor Ivey released the following statement: “The federal government’s outrageous overreach has simply given us no other option but...

    Cullman Regional adds new MRI and CT technology

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional will be able to offer patients and physicians better imaging technology with the recent addition of a 128-slice GE Revolution EVO CT and a GE Discovery MR750w 3.0T MRI. Not only do these new technologies produce better images, but...

    LifeSouth Community Blood Centers Are Preparing For Inclement Weather

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      MADISON, Ala. - In the coming days, LifeSouth Community Blood Centers will continue to work with local hospitals, providing them with blood products. It’s important to note that blood is a priority during a storm that may result in bodily injuries to individuals. Trauma...

    COVID-19: State adds 501 cases, Cullman Co. adds 18 cases in 24 hours

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    Friday evening COVID-19 update from the Alabama Department of Public Health CUMULATIVE numbers: Confirmed cases in AL: 17,031 (+501 since yesterday) Confirmed deaths in AL: 610 (+19 since yesterday) Confirmed cases in Cullman Co.: 114 (+18 since yesterday) Confirmed deaths in Cullman Co.: 0 Total tested in Alabama: 208,687 Cases in...

    ADPH seeks input on maternal and child health care needs

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is asking for input from Alabamians to assess the health needs of women of childbearing age, infants, children and youth in the state. One way the public can assist is by participating in anonymous...

    Walmart announces list of stores where eligible Alabamians can get COVID-19 vaccine

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -  Walmart and Sam’s Club pharmacies will begin administering COVID-19 vaccines through the U.S. Federal Retail Pharmacy Program Feb. 12, 2021, according to a media release from the company. Multiple Walmart and Sam’s Club locations in Alabama are included in the program. More...

    ADPH: Person with measles likely exposed other people during 2 stops in Alabama

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - On April 23, the Tennessee Department of Health reported to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) that an individual with a confirmed measles case traveled through Alabama on April 11 and made two stops during the infectious period. Persons should check...

    Cullman Regional, local physicians create ‘Quality and Efficiency Network’ partnership

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    Members of the Cullman Regional Hospital Quality & Efficiency Network, LLC governing board of managers are pictured (L-R): Adam Harrison, DO, communication committee chair; James Clements, Cullman Regional CEO; Christopher Coccia, DO, executive committee chair; Jim Hoover, MD, IT committee chair; Ben Gomez, MD,...

    September is National Recovery Month

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – September is National Recovery Month and this long-standing, national observance promotes the societal benefits of prevention, treatment and recovery for substance use and mental disorders, as well as promoting that recovery is possible. Now in its 31st year, Recovery Month celebrates...

    Preventive Action of Cullman: increasing awareness of mental health issues, resources

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    CULLMAN - When it saw the increased number of suicides in Cullman County in 2017, a small group of concerned citizens started looking for something it could do to make a positive difference in the lives of people who are hurting.  Founding members Justin...

    Finding a way

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - With the annual flood of new members joining to kick off New Year’s resolutions, local gyms and fitness centers are finding ways to keep their members healthy and safe while health experts caution about post-holiday spikes in numbers of COVID-19 infections. The...

    Making the most of your groceries during the coronavirus pandemic

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    The coronavirus pandemic is causing more Americans to buy groceries and eat from home, but what happens when you are running short on essential items or your budget begins to dwindle?   Fortunately, Tara Harman, RDN, an instructor with the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Department...