
Opinion
Alabama’s rural hospital crisis is a threat to health — and our economy
Since 2011, at least seven rural hospitals in Alabama have closed their doors for good.
April 24

Sen. April Weaver represents Senate District 14, which includes portions of Bibb, Chilton, and Shelby counties. A former member of the Alabama of Representatives, she also served as regional director of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under President Donald Trump.

Since 2011, at least seven rural hospitals in Alabama have closed their doors for good.