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COVID-19 asymptomatic testing program for Alabama K-12 schools extended for 2022-2023 school year, new services added

COVID-19 asymptomatic testing program for Alabama K-12 schools extended for 2022-2023 school year, new services added

Alabama K-12 public and private schools now have the option to receive asymptomatic COVID-19 testing, high-efficiency particulate — or HEPA —air purifiers, over-the-counter test kits, on-site liaisons and more through the UAB School of Public Health program.

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A COVID refresher as cases continue to rise

A COVID refresher as cases continue to rise

UAB Infectious Diseases experts continue to urge the public to get vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19.

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UAB and Children’s of Alabama join Pediatric Pandemic Network

UAB and Children’s of Alabama join Pediatric Pandemic Network

The Pediatric Pandemic Network will coordinate in future efforts to ensure that local and national responses to pandemics and disasters properly address the needs of children, adolescents and families.

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Kimberlin shares information about COVID vaccinations for children 5 and younger

Kimberlin shares information about COVID vaccinations for children 5 and younger

Get information on COVID vaccinations for children 5 and younger, such as how soon a child can be vaccinated following an infection with COVID-19, dosage requirements, the negative impact of the virus on children and more in these YouTube videos — perfect for sharing on social.

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UAB School of Public Health to help allocate rapid COVID-19 tests to Alabama schools and summer programs

UAB School of Public Health to help allocate rapid COVID-19 tests to Alabama schools and summer programs

Alabama schools, summer programs and camps can request rapid COVID-19 tests from the CDC through the UAB School of Public Health’s K-12 COVID-19 testing program.

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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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