The University of Mississippi Medical Center says it’s bracing for what may be another spike in COVID-19 cases.
“For the last three weeks, we’ve seen a doubling every week,” explained UMMC Vice Chancellor for Clinical Affairs Dr. Alan Jones. “We’re at the highest point we’ve been in in about the last three months.”
They’re reviewing their COVID-19 policies and procedures. And working to make sure their energy is back.
“It’s still a little bit surreal that we’re faced with some rising numbers,” said Jones. “We certainly remain concerned about the low vaccination rate. The unfortunate thing is we know a number of these both hospitalizations and deaths we’re seeing are preventable.”
At Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, they are also seeing the increases.
“Before July 4 weekend, we were down to about three patients in the hospital... COVID patients,” described pulmonologist and critical care Dr. Maria Rappai. “We’re up to about 35 patients and 9 of them ICU.”