Latest news briefs from UAB
Wednesday, January 09, 2013
Doctors share tips for turning resolutions into habits
Make 2013 memorable by following these UAB doctor-recommended lifestyle changes.
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Beta-blockers can cut mitral disease effects, consequences
Adrenalin-suppressing beta-blockers may delay need for valve-replacement surgery if used early in a growing cause of heart disease.
Monday, June 18, 2012
Leesar named to endowed professorship in interventional cardiology
Leesar will be the inaugural holder of an endowed professorship in cardiology.
Monday, March 05, 2012
UAB is first in Alabama to use the Melody Valve to repair heart defects
The new procedure means some patients with congenital heart defects can avoid open heart surgery.
Friday, April 15, 2011
Arnett, Donna
Professor and chair of Department of Epidemiology
Areas of expertise: Cardiovascular genetic epidemiology, pharmacogenetics
Thursday, February 03, 2011
Heart disease more deadly for women than men
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, and each year more women than men die from heart and cardiovascular disease without ever realizing they are at risk.
