Just Breathe, Smoke Free Mobile County

Just Breathe, Smoke Free Mobile County Each year, 820 Alabamians die from secondhand smoke related illnesses and 7,500 die from smoking.

Become a fan of Just Breathe to learn more about healthier options for our communities in Mobile County and protecting citizens from secondhand smoke in indoor places. The Mobile County Health Department, in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Alabama Department of Public Health, are teaming up to educate area residents on the ill effects of secondhand smoke and work towards cleaner air for everyone to breathe in all public indoor places and workplaces. Everyone deserves the right to breathe clean air!

** The opinions and beliefs expressed on the Just Breathe, Smoke Free Mobile County facebook fan page do not represent those of the Mobile County Health Department.

The Mobile County Health Department and Family Health, its primary care division, are proud to allow its staff to be off...
11/11/2025

The Mobile County Health Department and Family Health, its primary care division, are proud to allow its staff to be off today to remember all who have worn the uniform of our armed forces.

On the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month, the fighting of World War I ended in 1918. Because of the conclusion of “the War to end all Wars,” November 11th became a universally recognized day of celebration.

“As we approach Veterans Day, we take pride in recognizing the 30 members of our MCHD team who are veterans,” said Dr. Kevin Michaels, who retired as a colonel in the U.S. Army. “These individuals not only served our country with honor but have also continued their commitment to service through their work in public health.

“Their dedication to protecting and improving the health of our community reflects the same spirit of service that guided them in uniform. We thank each of them for their courage, professionalism, and ongoing contributions to the mission of the Mobile County Health Department.”

Including Dr. Michaels, our veterans include:

• Air Force – Tara Mosley, Kelvin Nobles, Sim Oakley, Adam Raymond, Tiesha Taylor
• Army – Larry Boykin, TaMichael Brand, Michael Dawson, Aisha Garmon, Barbara Gibbs, Curtis Graves, Marissa Gray, Lawrence Hicks, Raymond Johnson, Eddie Jones, Tanjanika Kimbrough, Daniel Lee, Siobhan Moore, Michael Seback, Tammy Zan
• Marine Corps – Gwendolyn Jones, Dr. Derrick Scott,
• Navy -- Lawrence Battiste, Edward Duncan, Edward Franklin, Lori Stevens, Erwin Taylor, Ernest Scott, Dr. Stephanie Woods-Crawford.

We also wish to thank their families who remained at home. They understood our veterans left to not only protect our country but our way of life.

We would like to close with this quote from Abraham Lincoln:
“Honor to the soldier and sailor everywhere, who bravely bears his country’s cause. Honor, also, to the citizen who cares for his brother in the field and serves, as he best can, the same cause.”

MCHD and Family Health will be closed Tuesday in observance of Veterans Day.--MCHD y Salud Familiar permanecerán cerrado...
11/11/2025

MCHD and Family Health will be closed Tuesday in observance of Veterans Day.
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MCHD y Salud Familiar permanecerán cerrados el martes en conmemoración del Día de los Veteranos.
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MCHD và Family Health sẽ đóng cửa vào thứ Ba để kỷ niệm Ngày Cựu chiến binh.

The Alabama Department of Public Health's Nutrition and Physical Activity Division has created monthly reminders to incr...
11/01/2025

The Alabama Department of Public Health's Nutrition and Physical Activity Division has created monthly reminders to increase the number of Alabamians who maintain a healthy weight, eat balanced meals, and are physically active. The images were taken by ADPH employees during the National Nutrition Month photo contest. To learn more, visit https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/npa/

Lung Cancer Awareness Month is observed in November. This is a time dedicated to raising awareness, sharing stories, and...
11/01/2025

Lung Cancer Awareness Month is observed in November. This is a time dedicated to raising awareness, sharing stories, and taking action against lung cancer, which remains a leading cause of cancer death.

MCHD sponsors a To***co Education program that plays a significant role in promoting, improving, and protecting Mobile County’s health by reducing to***co products’ influence on youth. This program’s goal is to educate youth through informative presentations, brochures, and guidance.

For more information about the to***co program or to set up a presentation, contact Harold Jones at 251-544-2064 or hjones@mchd.org.

As part of our ongoing mission to improve communication and service delivery, the Mobile County Health Department (MCHD)...
10/30/2025

As part of our ongoing mission to improve communication and service delivery, the Mobile County Health Department (MCHD) has implemented a robust new cloud-based telephone system. This improvement aligns with MCHD’s broader focus on expanding access, whether through updated website features, the My MCHD Health Check smartphone app, or our growing presence on social media. https://mchd.org/mchds-new-telephone-system-enhances-service-and-accessibility-10-30-25/

As part of the Downtown Street Optimization project, the City of Mobile will convert the majority of Saints Anthony Stre...
10/29/2025

As part of the Downtown Street Optimization project, the City of Mobile will convert the majority of Saints Anthony Street from one-way to two-way traffic overnight on Wednesday. This includes the section adjacent to the Keeler Memorial Building.

The following morning on Thursday, motorists can expect the new two-way street configuration between Broad and Royal streets. After the conversion, this section of Saint Anthony Street will accommodate east and westbound traffic, and both sides will have marked, on-street parking. Please note that the block of Saint Anthony Street between Royal and Water streets will remain one-way.

You can find more information about the project at cityofmobile.org/downtown-street-optimization/.

Courage isn’t the absence of fear — it’s choosing to move forward despite it. Whether you’re navigating personal challen...
10/20/2025

Courage isn’t the absence of fear — it’s choosing to move forward despite it. Whether you’re navigating personal challenges or supporting someone else, you’ll find encouragement to embrace uncertainty and discover strength on the other side of fear.

In May, the mental well-being platform called CredibleMind became available to Alabama residents. It is being offered thanks to a partnership with the Alabama Department of Public Health, Alabama Department of Mental Health, Jefferson County Department of Health, and Mobile County Health Department.

Dr. Kevin Michaels, Health Officer for Mobile County, said dealing with fear is exactly the type of situation where the app can be useful. To learn tools and tips for reducing stress and staying informed without feeling overwhelmed, visit https://alabama.crediblemind.com/lists/coping-with-common-fears

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