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Dr. Qamar Arfeen was among the first physicians in Southeast Texas to be vaccinated

Dr. Qamar Arfeen was among the first physicians in Southeast Texas to be vaccinated

First physicians vaccinated at Baptist Hospital

Scott McLendon
Friday, December 18, 2020
Five Baptist Hospital physicians were vaccinated Dec. 18, including Dr. Qamar Arfeen, Baptist's COVID Unit Lead Intensivist. Arfeen encouraged Southeast Texans to follow suit as soon as the vaccine becomes available to the public.
Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont confirms 64 new COVID-19 cases Dec. 17

News Staff
Thursday, December 17, 2020
On the same day the city’s first vaccinations took place, Beaumont confirmed 64 new COVID-19 cases, according to data from the city's Public Health Department. According to that data, 17 Beaumont residents have died this week from COVID-19.
CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth vaccinated 12 of their staff Dec. 17

CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth vaccinated 12 of their staff Dec. 17

First Beaumonters receive COVID vaccines

News Staff
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Beaumont hospitals and medical centers received their first shipments of the COVID-19 vaccine this week, with the fist vaccinations occurring Dec. 17. A dozen CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth staffers were vaccinated Thursday, representing a diverse array of doctors, nurses and support staff.
Bicycles and Bibles 2020

Bicycles and Bibles 2020

Bicycles and Bibles 2020

Jennifer Johnson
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Getting ready for Christmas is different for the family of Reaud Charitable Foundation. Every year, Beaumont attorney and philanthropist Wayne A. Reaud undertakes the massive task of bringing joy and presents to 1,000 children in Southeast Texas. He tasks his brother Jon to facilitate.
Tracy Byrd

Tracy Byrd

Byrd blessed to be performing

Chad Cooper
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Two months ago, Tracy Byrd was faced with realization of not having his annual Christmas Special, which is held every December in downtown Beaumont at the historic Jefferson Theatre. “I thought long and hard about it, I really did,” said Byrd.
Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont confirms 66 new COVID-19 cases Dec. 14

News Staff
Monday, December 14, 2020
On the same day the first U.S. citizens received a vaccine, Beaumont confirmed 66 new COVID-19 cases, according to data from the city's Public Health Department. Physicians suggest residents purchase a pulse oximeter to monitor oxygen saturation.
Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont confirms 71 new COVID-19 cases Dec. 11

News Staff
Friday, December 11, 2020
Beaumont confirmed 71 new COVID-19 cases Dec. 11, according to data from the city's Public Health Department. Physicians suggest residents purchase a pulse oximeter to monitor oxygen saturation. If that level drops below 92, immediate medical attention should be sought. 
Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames’ daily COVID-19 update

Beaumont confirms 36 new COVID-19 cases Dec. 10

News Staff
Thursday, December 10, 2020
Beaumont confirmed 36 new COVID-19 cases Dec. 10, according to data from the city's Public Health Department. For residents who traveled for Thanksgiving, local health officials urge them to assume they've been exposed and get a COVID-19 test.
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