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Co-produced by Timbaland and Missy Elliott, “Southern Hummingbird” featured the hit single “Oops (Oh My),” which reached No. 7 on the Billboard Top 100 and hit No. 1 on the Billboard R&B charts.

UAB spine surgeon Jakub Godzik, M.D., shares expert tips for safely lifting pumpkins this fall, helping families prevent back strain, reduce the risk of spinal injury and enjoy pumpkin patch visits pain-free.

As groundbreaking now as when it first premiered on Broadway in 1966, the UAB Department of Theatre’s production of this stylish jazz musical gives students exciting performance opportunities.

New clinical services and specialty programs are expanding access to high-quality care in Birmingham and throughout Alabama.

A UAB expert explains how decreasing daylight hours during late fall and winter can contribute to mood changes and increase the risk of seasonal affective disorder, while offering practical strategies to support mental well-being throughout the season.

UAB Hospital CEO Brenda Carlisle will retire at the end of 2026, and Michelle Fortune will become interim CEO effective Nov. 1. 

Sargent has now been in remission since June of 2026 and shares her experience with others in hopes that it can serve as a light to others and help them understand the realities of a cancer diagnosis. 

UAB researchers are working to improve air quality at a Birmingham high school. For many of the team members, the stakes are unusually high.

UAB’s Heart Failure Transitional Care Services for Adults Clinic provides innovative, patient-centered care for underserved heart failure patients while serving as a nationally recognized model for academic-practice partnerships and nursing education.

UAB researchers discovered that the heart may retain a biological “memory” of past high blood sugar, increasing vulnerability to future cardiac stress even after glucose levels return to normal. The findings provide new insight into diabetes-related heart disease risk.

Mbila and Bias will each receive $2,500 scholarships and serve as ambassadors of UAB for the coming year and UAB Future Blazers Alumni leaders.

The new facility significantly expands UAB’s research capacity, reinforcing its role as a leading engine of discovery and health advancement for Alabama and beyond.

These new appointments strengthen service line leadership across Alabama’s leading academic health system.

Olga Khaybullina’s research offers a new way to trace nanoplastics in the body, laying the groundwork for future studies of their potential effects on maternal and fetal health.

Blending New Orleans’ rich musical traditions with beloved holiday favorites, one of America’s most treasured ensembles creates an evening of festive charm and world-class musicianship.

The launch of the program focuses on developing the next generation of radiologic technologists and supporting the healthcare workforce throughout the region.

A UAB periodontal expert discusses the early warning signs of gum disease and explains why gum health is critical to overall oral health.

UAB has been awarded funding for GLOBal PPCM, the largest global study for peripartum cardiomyopathy. The trial will test whether a widely available drug can save the lives of women with this condition. 

UAB School of Optometry Dean Kelly K. Nichols, O.D., Ph.D., has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to optometric education, the profession and public eye health.

A UAB expert explains how to recognize hand, foot and mouth disease, prevent its spread, and know when to seek care.

As the one‑hour fall time shift approaches this November, a UAB expert highlights the importance of maintaining a stable circadian rhythm and shares practical ways readers can adjust their sleep schedules and lifestyles to support heart health.

UAB’s Harbert Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship will celebrate achievements in research, innovation and entrepreneurship at its annual Innovation Awards on Oct. 30.

Run to raise funds for military-connected students at the fourth annual UAB Veterans Day 5K, presented by VIVA Health at Railroad Park.

ARL is the leading and most prestigious association of academic and research libraries in North America, and membership places UAB among distinguished company.

Five-year agreement includes new UAB Medicine branding across football, basketball, baseball and softball.

UAB researchers are developing an AI-assisted digital twin platform for building retrofit planning. 

More than 120 Cooper Green employees volunteered at 10 organizations across the Birmingham Community.

UAB researchers have received a $3.3 million NIDA grant to investigate a newly identified brain cell population linked to opioid addiction, relapse risk and genetic influences, advancing potential treatments for opioid use disorder.

UAB expert speaks on the impact of good and poor posture and shares tips for posture improvement. 

The exhibition of new, large-format paintings and amassment sculptures, “40acres (of TREEs| to a 40oz_Bricks),” will open Thursday, Oct. 22, with an artist talk and reception.