Latest news from UAB
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
Steroids increase viability of preemies as young as 22 weeks
A low-cost intervention gives even the earliest preemies a chance to survive and thrive.
Thursday, December 01, 2011
UAB researchers find new path to control tumor growth
Laboratory evidence offers new insight in blocking cancer cell growth with electromagnetic fields.
Friday, November 18, 2011
UAB uses new ‘triggered imaging’ to keep tumor in target sight
Physicians first to use new imaging technology tool to increase accuracy in inoperable lung cancer case.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Infection risk with anti-TNF therapy lower than previously thought
UAB research reveals infection risk for biologics is comparable to traditional therapies and may be better than long-term steroid use.
Wednesday, November 09, 2011
UAB studying effectiveness of new weight-loss drug
UAB research shows positive results in weight loss drug combination.
Wednesday, October 05, 2011
Long-term oral meds cause better outcomes in babies with HSV
UAB antiviral researchers say six months of oral medication better treats the herpes simplex virus in newborns.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Saw palmetto not effective for urinary issues in men with BPH
A large national trial showed the over-the-counter herbal product did not work better than placebo.
Friday, August 26, 2011
UAB has a proven HeRO to reduce mortality in preterm babies
UAB Hospital’s NICU uses a new, non-invasive system that can identify preterm babies who are at-risk for deadly infection.
