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“Slipping back down that precipice:” COVID-19 surging in Alabama ahead of holidays

Rising cases and hospitalizations are all the more concerning as holidays approach and people are desperate to see their families.
November 11, 2020

COVID-19 hospitalizations, new cases continue to rise

The number of rising hospitalized COVID-19 patients in Alabama is a concerning sign of a possible coming surge of the disease, state health experts said Friday. Alabama hospitals were caring for 888 coronavirus patients Friday, the highest number since Sept 9.  UAB Hospital was caring for around 80 COVID-19 inpatients Friday afternoon, said Dr. Rachael … Continued
October 23, 2020

Jefferson County health officer, UAB head say COVID-19 numbers are improving but flu season is near

Jefferson County Health Officer Dr. Mark Wilson said Friday that the county’s COVID-19 numbers are improving, but with schools reopening and flu season approaching, it’s critical for the public to continue wearing face masks and practicing social distancing.  Wilson and Will Ferniany, the CEO of the UAB Health System, held a press briefing on Friday … Continued
August 14, 2020