Study identifies superior hypertension treatment, efficacy between sexes
Success of ACE inhibitors, alpha blockers, calcium channel blockers and diuretics same in women and men with hypertension; diuretic superior in reducing cardiovascular complications.
Beyond the basics, summer sun protection tips from a cancer expert
UAB experts respond to Angelina Jolie’s breast cancer prevention measure
Jolie has people talking about genetics; testing for BRCA1 and BRCA2 is not for everyone, but knowing family history is a good start.
Experts offer food and exercise tips for a summer slim down
UAB neurosurgeons report on spinal injuries treated after the April 2011 tornadoes
Neurosurgical injuries following the April 2011 Alabama tornadoes tended to be spinal, not head or neck injuries in adults, but the opposite in children, according to UAB researchers.
UAB study shows ACE Unit reduces costs, readmissions for senior patients
Geriatric patients treated in a specialized Acute Care for Elders (ACE) unit get top notch care at lower cost, says new UAB study.
Use of biologic therapies for inflammatory diseases does not appear to increase risk of shingles
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis have an increased risk for shingles, but new research at UAB indicates that biologics – the newest RA medications – don’t worsen that risk.
Charles and Charlie: A story of coping with brain cancer
UAB cancer patient Charles Turk fights a hard battle with a brain tumor, with the help of a loving family and a rare deer.
Spring is the time to revisit and recommit to New Year’s resolutions
Gaps exist in brain injury knowledge among veterans
UAB study finds lack of traumatic brain injury education among military veterans; movies and TV dramas spread misinformation.
