Above: Dr. Marrazzo in the UAB News studio

Last week, UAB experts briefed the media that a “triple-demic” of respiratory diseases — RSV, influenza and COVID-19 — may converge this fall and winter. Jeanne Marrazzo, M.D., MPH (Professor & Director, Infectious Diseases) cautions that we’re currently seeing increasing influenza hospitalizations and RSV, and we may experience a new variant of COVID-19 in the months ahead. Pediatric ID physician Claudette Poole, M.D., joins her in expressing concern, especially for children who are the most susceptible to flu and RSV. Both doctors advocate getting vaccinations to prevent the spread and severity of these respiratory illnesses.

More Good News for November 4, 2022

The Department is thrilled to honor the exceptional faculty and staff who work quietly behind the scenes to make our mission possible in every area: patient care, research, and education. Thank you all for your contributions to UAB.

Erica Stringer-Reasor, M.D., (Associate Professor, Hematology and Oncology) appeared on Good Morning America with breast cancer survivor Cheryl Law, M.D. The long-time friends discussed Law's breast cancer journey and the importance of early detection.

Juan J. Calix, M.D., Ph.D. (Assistant Professor, Infectious Diseases) and colleagues found that an antibiotic-resistant bacteria established a regional presence, not through hospital-acquired infection, but by clustering in outpatient settings.

In honor of National Diabetes Awareness Month, DOM Communications Director Carolyn Walsh shares her diabetic journey to highlight the importance of building your health care team to manage this chronic disease.

The UA System Board of Trustees has approved the appointment of Jerry G. Spenney, M.D., as professor emeritus in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. We celebrate his exemplary career and contributions to medicine.