Spread of infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, can be amplified in jails and prisons because social distancing is nearly impossible inside those facilities. Last week, at least 21 inmates in the Tuscaloosa County Jail tested positive for the virus, according to the Tuscaloosa Mayor’s Office, and only one of those inmates showed any symptoms. Dr.…
For many, buying food and preparing meals have become another source of stress during the COVID-19 pandemic. Suzanne Henson, RD, LD, a registered dietitian at University Medical Center, recently spoke with al.com and offered some strategies for healthy and inexpensive eating during COVID-19. Shop in-season Henson said it’s important to shop for produce that is…
University Medical Center-Northport has been nationally re-certified as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) in recognition of its work to place patients at the center of care and to advance quality in the health care it provides. The recognition by the National Committee for Quality Assurance means the medical practice is committed to providing health care…
Screening for COVID-19 will be available at the Fairfield CME Church in Halsell, Alabama, on Tuesday, June 2, from 9 am to noon, for as long as supplies are available. University Medical Center and the Office for Research and Economic Development at The University of Alabama, Alabama Power, Rural Alabama Prevention Center, and Go2 Foundation…
The last Monday of May is Memorial Day, celebrated to remember the military men and women who died serving our country. This year, I think it fitting to also remember the hard work and sacrifices of our health-care workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Memorial Day Weekend typically marks the beginning of summer.…
Most of us are feeling the effects of COVID-19. We might be working remotely from home or working on-site and worrying about the risk of exposure. We might be overwhelmed with information about the virus and concerned about paying bills and other financial difficulties. We might have lost jobs or know someone who has COVID-19.…
Last week was National EMS Week, held annually to celebrate Emergency Medical Services practitioners and the important work they do and lifesaving services they provide in communities every day. This year, EMS professionals are also being recognized for being on the frontlines of COVID-19, caring for those affected by the crisis while still responding to…
Rates of childhood vaccinations have dropped significantly during COVID-19, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, likely a result of parents’ reluctance to schedule well-child visits at their doctor’s offices during this pandemic. Now, public health experts worry about a spike in vaccine-preventable diseases in addition to the spread of COVID-19. During…
Cloth face masks worn as a protective measure against spreading COVID-19 should be washed regularly and stored carefully, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Public health experts strongly recommend that people wear a mask made from cotton fabric, such as T-shirts, scarves or bandannas, when they are outside of their homes…
We face constant change these days. The COVID-19 pandemic has presented us all with new circumstances, new uncertainties and new challenges. How we do our jobs, how we connect with co-workers, friends and loved ones, and how we provide health care have changed. Adaptability is the new normal. Considering the swiftness and scale of the…
