A good snooze, regularly, can help the heart stay healthy
UAB expert: Fiber isn’t just for digestive health
Get the daily recommended amount of fiber for optimum heart health.
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 doctors: synthetic marijuana dangerous for kidneys
Synthetic marijuana, known as SPICE or K2, does not show up in drug screens but can negatively impact kidney function.
The right massage can relax the body and improve health
The benefits of massage therapy are both physical and mental; while some are immediate, others accumulate over time.
UAB study examines weight loss in seniors
The CrossRoads study is examining the effect of physical activity and diet on body composition in older adults.
Make 2013 healthier by adding five foods to your daily fare
Sticking with smaller goals keeps weight loss on track
A UAB health and wellness expert encourages positive weight loss efforts through healthy weight loss in small increments.
Time on their side: Living longer and healthier with cystic fibrosis
Patients with cystic fibrosis are living longer and facing new health challenges.
Flu means extra precautions for older people
The flu could be especially severe for the 39.6 million older adults in the United States.
