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Walking is popular because it is accessible to almost everyone and can improve both mental and physical health.
A UAB expert explains what a certified diabetes and education specialist is and how they can benefit patients with diabetes.
Chloe Naquin spent nine weeks in Puerto Rico studying the Cuban tree frog as part of the NSF’s Research Experience for Undergraduates program.
Leveraging the existing Alabama Trauma and Statewide Stroke systems, UAB and ADPH have created a model for a more integrated and effective system of emergency stroke care.
New research finds that a low-carbohydrate diet may improve beta-cell function in people with Type 2 diabetes.
Small changes around Halloween can make a big difference in reducing waste and supporting sustainable practices.
Halloween ranks as one of the most dangerous days for pedestrians. A UAB expert discusses safety tips, including how to avoid traumatic brain injuries this fright night.
Bacterial viruses, known as phages, are the most abundant biological entities on the planet and are increasingly used as biomedicines to eradicate antibiotic-resistant pathogenic bacteria.
David Russell, a senior at UAB, received the 2024 Coryell Award for his research project aimed at reducing nuclear waste.
Findings from a new UAB study show greater levels of grandparenting intensity are not associated with greater physical activity.
By understanding the differences between these illnesses and utilizing convenient health care options, proactive steps can be taken to protect one’s health and support the health care system during this busy season.
Dominique Elston’s kidneys were failing, and dreams of becoming a nurse put on pause. Her sister, a medical student, became a living organ donor and gave her a second chance at life and a career.
After a loved one receives a breast cancer diagnosis, one UAB expert says it is important for caregivers to know how they can best support the patient during the difficult time.
The Transfusion Medicine Service in the UAB Department of Pathology performs therapeutic apheresis on patients who have an illness associated with an abnormal cellular or plasma-based blood component.
Joy Deupree is recognized for her passion, advocacy and commitment to health literacy at UAB, in Alabama and nationwide.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse award is designed to stimulate innovation and potentially transformative research from early stage investigators.
Caroline Harada, M.D., received an award from the Association of American Medical Colleges honoring her work to create health care equity and educate students.
Eating foods that contain sugar in regulated amounts may not be exceedingly harmful, but overconsumption of sugar can lead to a significant impact on brain function and overall mood.
New degree programs provide students with even more options to learn from world-renowned faculty and researchers.
This designation recognizes rehabilitation facilities that lead the nation in medical research and complex treatment and that drive innovative research for the entire field of rehabilitation.
Experts at the Comprehensive Snakebite Program at UAB and Children’s of Alabama provide steps on what to do if bitten by a venomous snake.
One UAB expert says the roles of screenings, warning signs and a healthy lifestyle are all keys to cancer prevention.
UAB professor has received the highest honor from the Phycological Society of America.
Poor nutrition comes with risks such as pre-term birth, gestational diabetes, excess weight gain, hypertensive disorders and potential complications with delivery, among other issues.
This investment marks a critical step forward in harnessing cutting-edge technology to revolutionize the accessibility and application of biomedical data science.
UAB researchers explore how polygenic risk scores can refine treatment decisions for patients with high blood pressure.
Jones was selected for his work on a report of the fiscal impacts of legal financial obligations for residents in Jefferson County.
UAB’s Liver Transplant Program — the only one in Alabama — has performed over 3,000 liver transplants since its launch in 1983.
An expert from the new UAB Falls Clinic provides tips on how to keep older adults safe from falls.
Results suggest that, rather than stimulating both sides of the brain using DBS, unilateral right DBS may avoid DBS-related declines in verbal fluency and response inhibition in patients with movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease.