BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – Health leaders in Alabama are reporting an increase in positive tests for flu and COVID-19. With more cases, they are seeing a rise in patients visiting the emergency room.
According to the CDC, Alabama is one of eight states experiencing a very high level of flu activity.
Dr. Wes Stubblefield with the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) emphasizes that it is important to take precautions to prevent the spread of these illnesses. Health officials expect the increase in cases to continue for the next few weeks, but there are proactive steps you can take…