UAB researchers discover possible treatment for incurable lung disease
UAB investigators have found a new pathway that contributes to an often fatal lung disease with no cure and no effective treatments, and possibly a way to shut that pathway down.
UAB first in U.S. to test new emphysema procedure
UAB treated the first patient in the nation in an experimental lung reduction procedure for emphysema.
UAB participating in CMS care, cost improvement initiative
New imaging method facilitates research into cystic fibrosis and other pulmonary diseases
Investigators have developed a new imaging method to enhance research into new treatments.
UAB increases physicians ranked on Best Doctors in America list
The latest edition of Best Doctors in America ® recognizes 325 UAB physicians — voted by their peers as the best.
UAB first in nation to test experimental therapy for emphysema
Researchers at UAB have performed the first U.S. trial of a foam sealant injected into the lungs.
Clean Air Initiative scientific session slated for Sept. 21
UAB study suggests simple CT scan can predict worsening COPD
CT scans can help physicians predict which COPD patients are likely to take a turn for the worse, say UAB researchers.
Cystic fibrosis drug may be useful for treating COPD in smokers
A new drug that improves lung function for some patients with cystic fibrosis may also help treat smokers with the incurable lung disease COPD.
Environmental health risks are focus of new UAB program
The Program in Environmental and Translational Medicine combines clinical care with research to prevent, treat diseases caused from air pollution, water contamination, other causes.
