DCH Health System Opens Newest Clinic In Berry

DCH Health System this week officially opened its newest clinic in Fayette County.

DCH Health System Asks For Blood Donations Amid Shortage

DCH Health System says it is facing a blood shortage following the devastating round of severe storms that moved over west Alabama last week

DCH Employee Fired For Improperly Accessing Patient Records

DCH has fired an employee for their improper access to patient records that was not done for legitimate business reasons.

DCH To Close South Lobby Entrance, Parking Deck Next Week

DCH Health System has announced it will close its South Parking Deck and South Lobby entrance on its Tuscaloosa campus on Monday, Jan. 2, 20

Ivey Appoints Northport Native To Alabama Board Of Nursing

Northport native Kristi Acker has been appointed by Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey to serve on the Alabama Board of Nursing.

DCH Health System Ceases Daily Reporting Of COVID-19 Numbers

Thursday marked the last time DCH plans to post its daily coronavirus update, due to consistently low inpatient numbers.

New DCH CEO Making Good On Promise Of Leadership Culture Shift

Here's the latest on sweeping changes for the leadership of DCH Health System announced to employees on Monday.

DCH Announces Myers As Next Chief Operating Officer

Mallary Myers has been hired as the Tuscaloosa-based health care provider's senior vice president and chief operating officer.

DCH's Manderson Cancer Center To Offer Free Breast Cancer Screenings

DCH Health System's Lewis and Faye Manderson Cancer Center will offering free breast screenings to women during the month of October.

Officials Optimistic After Northport Creates Health Care Subcommittee

Officials at DCH Health System and the City of Northport expressed their optimism on Monday regarding the creation of the new subcommittee.

Aliceville Mayor Launches Petition To Reopen Pickens County Hospital

The mayor of one Pickens County city is fighting to get the county's closed hospital reopened with federal aid money from the state.

Q&A: 5 Questions With New DCH Health System CEO Katrina Keefer

Patch caught up with DCH Health System CEO Katrina Keefer for an exclusive interview at the conclusion of her second week on the job.

DCH's Keefer Pledges New Era Of 'Transparency, Accountability'

Here's what the new CEO of DCH Health System had to say after her first full week on the job.

Fayette Medical Center Rolls Out State-Of-The-Art CT Scanner

The new CT scanner has the capability of conducting scans in as little as 15 seconds, while providing a wealth of patient information.

DCH COVID-19 Inpatient Total Rises To Highest Point Since February

While inpatient levels are well below the worst moments of the pandemic, the number of new cases continues to rise for Tuscaloosa County.

West Alabama Women's Center Hosting Emergency Contraceptive Event

The clinic is hosting a "pay what you can" emergency contraceptive event on Friday and just began offering hormone replacement therapy.

First Case Of Monkeypox Identified In Alabama

Public health officials on Friday said they have identified the first case of monkeypox virus infection in Alabama.

West Alabama Women's Center Reopens For Non-Abortion Services

The West Alabama Women's Center has officially reopened for non-abortion services following the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

Free Car Seat Giveaway Thursday In Northport For Those Who Qualify

Northport Fire Rescue and Safe Kids Tuscaloosa will offer free car seats to those who qualify later this week​.

DCH Board Chair Speaks Out Amid Turbulence, Leadership Changes

DCH Board of Directors Chair Jim I. Harrison III on Friday penned an open letter that comes following a rocky week for the hospital system.

DCH Health System COO Paul Betz To Resign In July

DCH Health System Chief Operating Officer Paul Betz will step down from his position in July, Patch confirmed on Wednesday.

PARA To Celebrate First Anniversary For 'Mason's Place' Thursday

The PARA Foundation will host its “Eats and Treats Social” on Thursday, April 21 at 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. to commemorate the occasion.

DCH Health System Announces Kindred's Retirement, New CEO

DCH Health System on Friday announced the retirement of its longtime CEO, in addition to naming his successor

Nonprofit​ To Provide Training On Drugs That Counter Overdoses

The Phoenix House of Tuscaloosa has announced plans to celebrate its 50th anniversary by hosting a Walk to End addiction on May 7.

Registration Opens For 2022 Relay For Life In Tuscaloosa

Tuscaloosa's Relay for Life event is set for Friday, May 13 at Central High School Field at 6 p.m.

DCH's Kindred Inducted Into Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame

DCH Health System CEO Bryan N. Kindred was announced as an inductee into the Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame on Monday.

Tuscaloosa Gauntlet 5K Set For April 9 At Buddy Powell Pavilion

The obstacle course will include a newly-constructed Marine “O-Course” —​ a central part of the combat conditioning program for Marines.

FIRST LOOK: DCH Shares Renderings Of New South Parking Deck

Here's a quick look at renderings for the new south parking deck, which is a highly-anticipated project on the Tuscaloosa hospital's campus.

Colquitt Named Alabama Hospital Association Trustee Of The Year

The longtime judge and DCH Board of Trustees member was honored for his service this week by the organization.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Tuscaloosa Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Tuscaloosa County and across AL.

DCH Demolishes 70-Year-Old Trustee Hall On Tuscaloosa Campus

DCH Health System this week commenced demolition efforts on a 70-year-old building, as it plans to also replace its aged parking deck.

Capitol School Has No New COVID-19 Cases After Testing Initiative

The small private school credits a federally-funding testing program with providing the resources to better monitor the spread of COVID-19.

Tuscaloosa Tops 50K COVID-19 Cases As Hospitalizations Surge

The news comes as DCH Regional Medical Center is reporting its highest number of COVID-19 inpatients since January 2021.

Hospital Capacity In Tuscaloosa Area: Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Tuscaloosa County and across AL.

Registration Opens For 2022 Return Of Tuscaloosa Mayor's Cup

Registration is now open for the 2022 event, which will raise money to improve access to pre-K programs in Tuscaloosa.

Hospital Capacity In Tuscaloosa Area: Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Tuscaloosa County and across AL.

Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests Available For Tuscaloosa Residents

Here's how each Tuscaloosa County household can order up to four free COVID-19 tests from the federal government.

Tuscaloosa Adds Nearly 3,000 COVID-19 Cases Over Last Week

DCH Health System reported a total of 116 total COVID-19 inpatients receiving treatment as of Monday.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Tuscaloosa Area

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Tuscaloosa County and across AL.

Tuscaloosa COVID-19 Hospitalizations More Than Double In Week

DCH Health System reported 70 total COVID-19 inpatients on Thursday, which is up from 29 hospitalizations a week ago.