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As of 9 am, UAB has at least 60 confirmed inpatient
#COVID19
cases, w/ growing # of patients under investigation. More than half of those patients are on ventilators. This is further proof that community action is still needed to stop the spread. Let’s all do our part.
#StayHome
Incoming freshman Hutch Mohr shared his personal journey on live TV last week – including that he was a two-time cancer survivor.
We also learned he was a basketball fan. 🏀🐲
Check out what happened on his first day of class:
@UAB_MBB
@UAB_Athletics
@CoachAK13
@UABSchoolofBiz
This was the first thing our doctors, nurses, staff and visitors saw when they left UAB Hospital today. Thank you, Birmingham. We're grateful for our community and those who are helping us help them💚
#stayhome
#wecandothis
CC:
@MollyFleece
@UABSOM
@uabmedicine
Wilson on wearing masks: This isn't just about you. I'm afraid people are failing to recognize that this is about caring for others. This is about basic kindness and decency. I implore you to care about other people
Good news as in-patient numbers begin to slowly decrease at UAB Hospital. Wearing a mask, practicing social distancing and frequent hand washing works! Don't stop now! Keep it up!
As of 9 a.m., UAB is treating a record 159 inpatients with COVID-19. UAB Hospital has seen a 101% increase in patients exactly two weeks from Thanksgiving.
To date, UAB has 45 confirmed cases of
#COVID19
. Evidence is overwhelming that there is rapid community spread of the virus. Do your part to stop the spread: social distance, wash your hands/sanitize surfaces frequently — & STAY HOME & AVOID OTHERS.
Just who is
@UAB_Baseball
's
@CoachRonPolk
? ⚾
Winningest coach in the history of the
@SEC
, sender of more than 5000 cards a year, and unlikely Twitter sensation...to name a few things.
Don't miss the story of a legend ➡️
#WinasOne
As a fellow institution of higher education, the University of Alabama System is grateful for Birmingham-Southern College’s distinguished contributions over the past 168 years and is saddened by the college’s recently announced closure.
The University of Alabama System is fully
"I've been at UAB for 23 years, and this is one of the most exciting days. To know that this could be the next step in ending this pandemic is quite important."
Today,
@uabmedicine
received its first shipment of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines.
Sgt. Parnell Guyton, a UAB police officer, was transferred from UAB's ICU unit after 59 days & 45 days on a ventilator after being diagnosed with
#COVID19
. He’s headed for rehabilitation & hopefully will be reunited with his family soon.
#goodnews
💚
A light in this pandemic tunnel is here: the anticipated SARS-CoV-2 vaccines have arrived at
@uabmedicine
, are now safely stored, and will be prepped for administering later this week. More to come.
Due to the recent surge of COVID-19 and updated CDC guidance, UAB will require face coverings indoors on campus-regardless of vaccine status-effective Thursday, July 29.
#UABUnited
UAB is aware of fake social media posts claiming that UAB Hospital is caring for novel coronavirus (COVID-19) patients. While UAB is trained & prepared to safely isolate and care for patients with infectious diseases, there are no known cases of COVID-19 in Alabama at this time.
(1/6) BREAKING: In the first peer-reviewed study of its kind published today in the
@amjtransplant
,
@UABHeersink
surgeons successfully transplanted 2 genetically modified pig kidneys into body of brain-dead human. Learn more at .
As of 9 a.m. Tuesday Aug. 25,
@uabmedicine
is caring for 66 inpatients who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Doctors with UAB continue to urge frequent hand washing, social distancing, wearing masks, & staying home if you're sick to help this downward trend continue.
A guide from
#UAB
to help you determine whether you have a cold, the flu or allergies or are indeed infected with
#COVID19
.
If you have symptoms, call your health care provider BEFORE going to the doctor.
Today was a special day for one of our graduating Blazers, Nakea McDougal. Her brother, Capt. Jon Morrison, flew home from his deployment in Kuwait to surprise her after she walked off stage. 💛💚
#UABClassof2018
|
#BlazeForward
🎓
Today, the UAB Family mourns the loss of Charles A. “Scotty” McCallum, Jr. (1925-2021), UAB’s third president. Ever Faithful. Ever Loyal. Dr. McCallum, you will be missed.
As of 9 a.m. Monday, June 29, UAB Hospital is caring for 74 inpatients who have tested positive for COVID-19.
@uabmedicine
medical experts continue to urge wearing masks in public and practice social distancing to slow the spread of COVID-19.
(1/2) As of 8 a.m. today, UAB has 40 COVID-19+ pts under care. While this number may appear promising, we have not flattened the curve in Alabama. Our statewide cases are continuing to rise daily, with nearly 3,000 cases confirmed as of today.
As of today, UAB Hospital has 68 COVID-positive patients, and has seen a steady increase during the last week. UAB medical experts continue to urge the public to wear a mask and practice social distancing to slow the spread of infection.
Cc:
@uabmedicine
UAB has been named America’s No. 1 Best Large Employer by
@Forbes
.
“As UAB celebrates this distinction, I want to recognize everyone at UAB who works with dedication to our vital mission every day,” said UAB President Ray Watts.
#UABUnited
A harrowing diagnosis shook Luis Hurtado to his core, but the
@UAB_MBB
player beat the disease with the help of his UAB family.💛💚
Cheer him on this Wednesday night during the
@mikeslivefdn
@ConferenceUSA
Block Cancer game.
@ONealCancerUAB
"I see what's coming, what is really hitting us already and what is about to just absolutely slam us. We don't have a lot of time."
- David Kimberlin, co-director of UAB and
@ChildrensAL
's Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases.
@ALPublicHealth
UAB sends sympathy to the family of Police Sergeant Parnell Guyton. Our thoughts, prayers, and support are with his family during this difficult time.
Artwork by retired UAB Police officer Brian Fields in remembrance of his former colleague.
After 147 days on ECMO and 187 days of hospitalization due to
#COVID19
and its complications, Ricky Hamm —
@uabmedicine
's longest-tenured COVID patient — went home today. He will celebrate his 51st birthday tomorrow. 💚 💚 💚
Read his incredible story:
This Saturday,
@UAB_FB
takes on Southern Miss at Legion Field for its final home game of the season. 🇺🇸🏈 On the line? The Conference USA West Division title. Don't miss the
#UABwhiteout
@UAB_Athletics
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#WinasOne
UAB Hospital has climbed three spots to break into the top 10 among the largest hospitals in the nation according to Becker’s Hospital Review.
@uabmedicine
UAB is launching a collaboration with the biopharmaceutical company Altimmune, Inc. for preclinical testing of a potential vaccine to prevent
#COVID19
.
Learn more:
Institutional leaders say role of universities has ‘never been more important’ as
#THEglobalimpact
Rankings reveal those that are leading the way on health and well-being
Looking to extend the nation's fourth-longest home winning streak,
@UAB_FB
hosts UTSA tonight at Legion Field. Kickoff is 6:30 p.m. Go Blazers! 💚🏈
@UAB_Athletics
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#WinasOne
Hey
@UABStudents
, if you were studying for finals at
@Sterne_Library
this week, you might have heard the lovely voice of Godfrey Watkins, UAB's singing librarian assistant. 📚🎤 Watch for a
#FeelGoodFriday
#UAB
ranks
#191
out of eighteen thousand universities worldwide in the 2018/19 CWUR World University Rankings, the largest academic ranking of global universities.
Who cares about blue checkmarks when you have a heart of green and gold?
We will still be Tweeting from this account as your official source of UAB news.
After surviving a pediatric brain tumor, Julia York was inspired to pursue a career in nursing. On the 10th anniversary of her diagnosis, she will graduate from
@UABSON
and begin her first job
@ChildrensAL
on the hematology-oncology unit.
As of 12:15 p.m. today,
@uabmedicine
is caring for 92 inpatients who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today's numbers represent another record-setting day for COVID-19 patients at UAB Hospital.
As of 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 30, UAB Hospital is caring for 125 inpatients who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today's numbers represent a new record high, previously recording 124 on Aug. 3.
@uabmedicine
experts urge the public to wear masks, wash hands & socially distance.
"Wearing a mask is one of the most important contributions you can make in our fight against COVID-19," says
@uabmedicine
's
@DrJeanneM
.
Let's do this. Together.
#UABUnited
UAB will be receiving 10,725 initial doses of the Pfizer SARS-CoV-2 vaccine, which are anticipated to arrive by early to mid-week.
Learn more at
@UABSOM
@uabmedicine
The imminent severe weather threat should be your first priority today. If you have to go to a neighbors or a public shelter, wear a mask and stay social distanced as best as possible. But first and foremost, be safe, and take the necessary severe weather precautions as needed.
In this photo,
@UABSOM
's Dr. Selwyn M. Vickers receives his COVID-19 vaccination.
Remember, the vaccine has been proven safe and effective by extensive research and protocols. We must look to our medical leaders for education and confidence.
With only days left to live, a
@UABSOM
patient in the Palliative Care and Comfort Unit who was dying from lung cancer, was baptized in the pool at Spain Rehabilitation Center.
@uabmedicine
In 1996, UAB awarded the honorary Doctor of Music degree to Stevie Wonder, the world-renowned singer, composer, and musician. Wonder worked extensively over the years with long-time UAB faculty member Dr. Henry S. Panion, III.
#BlackHistoryMonth
#TBT
Happy Birthday,
#UAB
! 🎂
50 years ago today, Governor Albert P. Brewer (center) announced the establishment of The University of Alabama System composed of autonomous campuses in Tuscaloosa, Birmingham, and Huntsville.
#UAB50
📸: UAB Archives
Thank you to
@bham_fire
for visiting UAB Hospital this afternoon to thank our
@uabmedicine
health care workers for their efforts in the fight against COVID-19. 💛💚
As of 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 21,
@uabmedicine
is caring for 105 inpatients who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today's numbers represent another record-setting day at UAB.
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