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This 26-minute documentary, which captures the plight of families in Birmingham’s most polluted neighborhoods, is followed by a panel discussion led by WBHM News Director Rachel Osier Lindley that includes UAB Professor George Munchus. See the trailer on Vimeo.
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Events
June 05, 2014
$5 Fridays is back for the summer
The Commons on the Green features an unmatched variety of cuisine for lunch, served 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. Choose from the grill, deli, pizza, classics, international or the soup, salad and vegan bar — all for only $5 on Fridays. Check the menu before you go.
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Dining
June 05, 2014
Green Screens are back for the summer
Get your blood pressure, height, weight and waist circumference measured 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays in the North Pavilion first floor atrium. It’s quick, easy and free. Learn more at uab.edu/wellness.
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Be Healthy
Anthony Nicholas, M.D., associate professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, is a co-editor of the first textbook on the subject of protein deimination in human health and disease.
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Research & Scholarship
June 05, 2014
Vaidya is new chair for materials science
Distinguished Professor Uday Vaidya, Ph.D., is the new chair of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering.
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Faculty Appointments
June 03, 2014
Prepare to say good-bye to passwords
An innovative solution for safeguarding personal information relies on your proximity instead of your memory.
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Research & Scholarship
Neurologist David Geldmacher, M.D., who leads UAB's memory disorders program, is launching a new clinical effort — the first of its type in the United States — to prepare a personalized dementia risk assessment for people concerned about their risk for developing memory problems as they age. Call 975-7575 for more information or to make an appointment.
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Patient Care
June 03, 2014
Blanton named first dean of UAB Honors College
The Honors College is home to students from all seven undergraduate colleges and schools and includes challenging courses and academic enrichment, such as research, international study, internships and service learning.
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Faculty Appointments
June 02, 2014
Fighting hypertension? This UAB support group can help
UAB Employee Wellness and the American Heart Association have formed the UAB Circulation Network — a free support group for faculty, staff and family members who have high blood pressure or hypertension. Meetings are held at noon the second Tuesday of each month in West Pavilion Conference Center Room C.
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Be Healthy
June 02, 2014
Buy fresh fruits and vegetables three days a week
Look for the Farm Stand 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays in The Kirklin Clinic and Wednesdays in the West Pavilion. Or visit the Farmer's Market 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Fridays in the North Pavilion Entrance; UAB is partnering with the Farmer’s Market Authority to bring some of the state's best produce here.
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Be Healthy
