UAB: Why It’s Safe And Important To Get The Coronavirus Vaccine

The COVID-19 vaccine may help keep you from getting seriously ill, even if you do get the virus.

UAB Callahan Eye Hospital Clinic In Trussville To Open Jan. 19

Same-day appointments are available, and walk-ins are welcome.

Jefferson County Adds 402 New Coronavirus Cases, State Adds 3,147

Alabama reported more than 3,100 new COVID-19 cases Wedneday, with 402 of them coming from Jefferson County.

What Does COVID Convalesced Mean?

At UAB Hospital, the term is used when a patient is no longer considered infectious to others and can be moved out of a COVID care unit.

Baseline Study: Hospital ER Employee Coronavirus Infection Rates Are Low

The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham participated in the study.

Meals For Heroes Will Continue Serving Frontline Health Care Workers Fighting Coronavirus In Birmingham

Since April, more than 22,000 meals have been served.

How To Register For The COVID-19 Vaccine In Birmingham

Jefferson County residents can register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and get into the county's database.

See Which Birmingham Area Hospitals Near Capacity Amid COVID-19 Surge

New data from the federal government shows which hospitals are closest to capacity in the Birmingham area.

ArtBLINK Gala Goes Virtual To Support Cancer Research At O’Neal Cancer Center

The event is scheduled for Feb. 5.

More Than 50 Coronavirus Deaths In Jefferson County In 2021

Less than two weeks into the year, Jefferson County has already reported 51 COVID-19 deaths in 2021.

COVID-19 Vaccine Soon Available For Alabamians 75 And Older

ADPH will provide COVID-19 vaccinations for people 75 years old or older, as well as first responders, starting Jan. 18.

Nearly 1,000 New Coronavirus Cases Reported In Jefferson County

Of the more than 5,000 new coronavirus cases reported in Alabama Tuesday, nearly 1,000 of them are from Jefferson County.

UAB Researcher Develops Technology To Aid Coronavirus Vaccine Immunity Monitoring

Emerging research suggests neutralizing antibodies offer the best protection against the virus.

Alabama Launches New Coronavirus Vaccine Distribution Dashboard

The Alabama Department of Public Health has launched an online tracker for the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine.

UAB Studies Sustained Cellular Immune Dysregulation In Individuals Recovering From Coronavirus

COVID-19, which has killed 1.7 million people worldwide, does not follow a uniform path.

UAB Earns Women’s Choice Award 'Best Hospital' Designation

The award is for the practice areas of obstetrics, orthopedics, heart care, stroke care, cancer care and breast care.

Coronavirus In Jefferson County: More Than 550 New Cases Per Day

Over the last week, Jefferson County has added an average of 563 new COVID-19 cases each day as cases continue to spread in December.

Jefferson County Reports More Than 750 New Coronavirus Cases

As Christmas approaches, the rapid spread of COVID-19 still sweeps over the state of Alabama.

UAB: When To Go To The Emergency Room And When Not To

Emergency departments are crowded, and patients might want to consider alternatives such as urgent care centers.

Coronavirus In Alabama: State Adds 63 Deaths, Nearly 5,000 Cases

A record 4,979 new coronavirus cases have been added to Alabama's total over the last 24 hours, with 63 new fatalities.

Alabama Reports More Than 50K Coronavirus Cases In Last 2 Weeks

Over the last 14 days, Alabama is averaging 3,826 new coronavirus cases each day.

Birmingham Ranked Among Cities Most In Need Of COVID-19 Vaccine

A recent study shows Birmingham in the top 5 among a list of cities most in need of the COVID-19 vaccine.

UAB​ To Receive Doses Of Pfizer Coronavirus Vaccine This Week

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is the only location in Jefferson County that will receive the vaccine.

Alabama Coronavirus: How Full Are Jefferson County Hospitals?

Public data is now available showing how close your local hospital is to being at or over capacity.

Alabama Coronavirus Death Total Surpasses 4,000

With 49 new coronavirus deaths reported Thursday, Alabama now has more than 4,000 deaths from the virus since March.

Alabama Coronavirus Update: Ivey Extends Mask Order Into January

With new coronavirus cases in Alabama at an all-time high, Gov. Kay Ivey extended the statewide Safer At Home order into January.

Jefferson County Reports More Than 600 New Coronavirus Cases

For the third time in the last six days, Jefferson County has reported more than 600 new coronavirus cases in a day.

Will You Get The COVID-19 Vaccine? Take The Patch Survey

Patch wants to know your opinions on the COVID-19 vaccine and whether or not you will take the vaccine when it is available.

More than 2,000 People Hospitalized With Coronavirus In Alabama

Hospitalizations for coronavirus patients in Alabama topped 2,000 as health officials worry about what's to come.

Jefferson County Averaging 480 New Coronavirus Cases Per Day

Over the last week, Jefferson County has averaged almost 500 new COVID-19 cases every day.

How Long Is The Wait For A COVID-19 Vaccine In Jefferson County?

A New York Times tool calculates estimated wait times among people in the U.S., Alabama and Jefferson County.

Alabama Posts 3 Straight Days Of 3,000 New Coronavirus Cases

With the most recent report of 3,531 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, Alabama has reported at least 3,000 new cases a day for three days.

UAB Researcher Receives Funding from American Lung Association

UAB Researcher Receives Funding from American Lung Association to Study Asthma

Alabama Sets Another Single Day Record For Coronavirus Cases

Alabama once again topped its highest daily total of new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, reporting nearly 4,000 new cases overnight.

Jefferson County Passes 500 Coronavirus Deaths

Jefferson County reported 462 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, as the county's death total reached 501 since the pandemic began.

Coronavirus In November: Alabama Adds More than 57K New Cases

November was the worst month yet for Alabama amid the coronavirus pandemic, having added more than 57,000 new cases of the virus.

419 new Coronavirus cases, 9 Deaths Confirmed In Jefferson County

As November comes to a close, Jefferson County has seen a major spike in new COVID-19 cases and fatalities during the month.

See Your Coronavirus Exposure Risk Indoors In Birmingham

A tool developed by researchers from several universities lets you see your risk of being exposed to the coronavirus indoors.

8 Alabama Counties Report More Than 100 New Coronavirus Cases

Eight Alabama counties confirmed more than 100 new COVID-19 cases overnight Tuesday, adding to the November spike for the virus in Alabama.

Unique Holiday Gifts That Also Support Lung Health

Three gift ideas support the Lung Association’s efforts to end COVID-19 through COVID-19 Action Initiative