Displaying items by tag: division of infectious diseases
UAB is part of several trials testing infusion of antibodies from people who have beaten COVID-19 to help those dealing with infection or at risk for infection. Donors are needed.
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A microbiome “fingerprint” method allows tracking of mothers’ microbial strains inherited by infants.
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Cloth face masks must cover the mouth and nose and fit snugly against the side of the face.
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UAB researchers have quickly developed and launched multiple research studies geared at treating or preventing COVID-19, following generous funding support from the Birmingham community.
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UAB has opened a new clinic for UAB Medicine patients who have tested positive for COVID-19.
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While many aspects of personal protection equipment are limited in supply, the need to decontaminate N95 respirators for re-use is a vital strategy to stretch supplies and protect health care workers and patients for a longer period of time.
Mirjam-Colette Kempf, Ph.D., MPH, is serving on the Jefferson County COVID-19 Task Force.
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The novel coronavirus can live on certain surfaces for up to two to three days.
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Food delivery has been recommended as a simple way to maintain social-distancing practices and poses little risk for contamination or transmission.
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UAB is playing a key role in the effort to expedite clinical trials to combat COVID-19.
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Learn from UAB expert Ellen Eaton, M.D., about social distancing, why it is important and what you need to know.
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To stop a pandemic from growing, everyone must work together to “flatten the curve.”
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Hear from UAB experts on the differences of COVID-19, flu, alleriges and colds.
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A new clinic designed to help treat patients with opioid use disorder has opened at UAB.
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UAB experts provide tips to keep your germs — and everyone else’s — at bay.
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UAB experts provide tips for you to prepare yourself in the event of the spread of COVID-19.
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These are some of the tips and tricks that could help you avoid the flu.
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Research conducted at UAB is reaching the front lines of treatment of the novel coronavirus.
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On Thursday, the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a “public health emergency of international concern.”
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A renowned UAB HIV/AIDS researcher and physician has been named editor of a prominent peer-reviewed journal.