Shadowen’s condition improves to stable

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.- The Med Center Health infectious disease specialist who was diagnosed with COVID-19 is now in stable condition.

Dr. Rebecca Shadowen was recently listed in critical condition, but her condition has improved, according to a news release from Med Center Health.

Shadowen has also been transferred from the COVID-19 unit at UK HealthCare in Lexington back to the Medical Center at Bowling Green.

“It’s a great day to be alive,” Shadowen said. “I’m happy to be back in Bowling Green continuing my recovery.”

Shadowen first announced she had tested positive for COVID-19 on May 13 after contracting the virus through community-acquired exposure when an elderly family member received care at home from an infected caregiver