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Study shows greater increase in depression and anxiety in minorities during the pandemic

Study shows greater increase in depression and anxiety in minorities during the pandemic
While the mental health of many Americans worsened during the pandemic, a recent UAB study found the increase in depression and anxiety symptoms was greatest within Black, Hispanic and Asian communities.
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Evusheld provides additional protection for immune-compromised patients against COVID-19

Evusheld provides additional protection for immune-compromised patients against COVID-19
Many people who are immunocompromised will not fully develop the appropriate antibodies after COVID-19 vaccination, but there is hope in the form of an alternative treatment.
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Rana, Aadia

Rana, Aadia

Aadia Rana, M.D.

HIV/AIDS infection control • HIV/AIDS research • Health disparities • COVID-19

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Similar rates of COVID-related acute kidney injury found in early adolescents and older adults, study shows

Similar rates of COVID-related acute kidney injury found in early adolescents and older adults, study shows
COVID-related acute kidney injury peaked in 10- to 15-year-olds and 70- to 75-year-olds, suggesting age is not the sole determinant in severity of illness from COVID-19.
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Learn fundamental concepts of epidemiology from UAB public health experts

Learn fundamental concepts of epidemiology from UAB public health experts
The virtual webinar will explore the importance and helpful tools that entail accuracy and transparency of pandemic news.
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COVID-19 breakthroughs, personalized medicine at scale and thousands of quality jobs in Birmingham: Southern Research prepares for its next 80 years

COVID-19 breakthroughs, personalized medicine at scale and thousands of quality jobs in Birmingham: Southern Research prepares for its next 80 years
Southern Research has 400 full-time employees, brings in $80 million in revenue and has an annual economic impact of $150 million.
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Facemasks: materials, fit and filtration during the COVID-19 pandemic

Facemasks: materials, fit and filtration during the COVID-19 pandemic
UAB infectious diseases expert will discuss mask fit, filtration and effectiveness during the coronavirus pandemic in a free webinar Feb. 17 from noon-1 p.m.
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RESPECT-UP grant looks at multiple factors surrounding COVID-19 testing in underserved communities

RESPECT-UP grant looks at multiple factors surrounding COVID-19 testing in underserved communities
The COVID-19 pandemic shined a light on the disparities in health and health care access faced by underserved communities.
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Eaton, Ellen

Eaton, Ellen

Ellen Eaton, M.D.

HIV• Sexually transmitted infections • Opioid addiction and treatment • Social determinants of health for STIs, including HIV • COVID-19

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Dialing through the surges: COVID contact-tracers face burnout but stay motivated

Dialing through the surges: COVID contact-tracers face burnout but stay motivated

Bianca and Kelvin Ume have been pulling double duty throughout the pandemic: working as contact tracers while juggling full-time jobs, Bianca as a UAB medical and MBA student and Kelvin as an ICU nurse.

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Nurse plays pivotal role in combating overdose deaths through new Naloxone initiative

Nurse plays pivotal role in combating overdose deaths through new Naloxone initiative

UAB’s Know Overdose Initiative seeks to educate, identify and prescribe Naloxone for individuals who have been identified as high risk for overdose.

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Heroic efforts of UAB emergency department nurses recognized by Alabama State Nurses Association

Heroic efforts of UAB emergency department nurses recognized by Alabama State Nurses Association
UAB received statewide nursing awards, including two Nurse Legion of Honor medals, Outstanding Healthcare Organization and State Outstanding Nurse Educator.
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UAB patient uses his story to encourage 250 people to get vaccinated against COVID-19

After 39 days on a ventilator and 79 days in the hospital, UAB patient continues to encourage and influence others to get vaccinated for COVID-19.
After 39 days on a ventilator and 79 days in the hospital, UAB patient continues to encourage and influence others to get vaccinated for COVID-19.
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Alabama CEAL study finds evidence of vaccine hesitation due to mistrust

The study concluded that participants were hesitant to receive the COVID-19 vaccine due to mistrust, fear and lack of information.

The study concluded that participants were hesitant to receive the COVID-19 vaccine due to mistrust, fear and lack of information.

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UAB to begin administering COVID-19 vaccines to children ages 5-11 — find out how to sign up

UAB to begin administering COVID-19 vaccines to children ages 5-11 — find out how to sign up
Appointments are encouraged and can be made by visiting uabmedicinevaccine.org or calling 205-975-1881 for assistance.
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CORD awarded supplement grant to address COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in rural Alabama

CORD awarded supplement grant to address COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in rural Alabama
CORD will develop educational modules for students in grades 4 through 6 in Perry County, Alabama, to equip students and their families with accurate information about COVID vaccines.
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When should you schedule your COVID-19 booster before holiday travel?

Many Americans are catching up on missed holiday plans, but should you go ahead and receive your booster shot to ensure the safety of yourself and others?

Many Americans are catching up on missed holiday plans, but should you go ahead and receive your booster shot to ensure the safety of yourself and others?

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Goepfert, Paul

Goepfert, Paul

Paul Goepfert, M.D.

Infectious Diseases •  Vaccines and vaccine research • COVID-19

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RECOVER post-COVID study to enroll participants from the Deep South

The effort led by UAB is projected to receive $17 million from NIH to support up to four years of patient follow-up.
The effort led by UAB is projected to receive $17 million from NIH to support up to four years of patient follow-up.
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UAB Athletics, ADPH to host vaccine clinic outside Protective Stadium on Oct. 23

UAB Athletics, ADPH to host vaccine clinic outside Protective Stadium on Oct. 23
The Alabama Department of Public Health is partnering with UAB Athletics as part of their KICK COVID program to host a vaccine clinic Saturday, Oct. 23, at Protective Stadium.
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