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$10 million gift launches statewide effort to expand access to care in rural Alabama

UAB launches GRIT with a $10 million gift from the Goodrich family to expand rural Alabama healthcare, training and retaining primary care physicians, strengthening clinics, and improving access, outcomes and long-term community health.

Service meets science: Meet the first graduate of UAB’s Master of Science in AI in Medicine

Stevan Fairburn became the first graduate of a degree program that did not even exist a few years earlier. A program built around the belief that the future of medicine will require clinicians who understand both people and technology, both compassion and innovation.

Stay safe around fireworks: First aid and next steps for burns and eye injuries

Fireworks accidents are a leading factor in eye injuries during the month of July.

Nine new genomic regions that control a critical heart biomarker uncovered by largest genetic study

The largest genetic study of NT-proBNP uncovers nine new genomic regions and reveals how common and rare DNA variations shape levels of a key heart hormone across diverse populations.

Summer travel tips while undergoing radiation therapy

Communicating with a care team in advance and managing side effects can help radiation therapy patients during summer travel.

Women’s health misconceptions addressed by a UAB OB/GYN

UAB OB/GYN takes a deep dive into common misconceptions surrounding women’s health.

Gorrie family makes transformative $10 million investment in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease

The renamed Frances Gorrie Alzheimer’s Disease Center at UAB will accelerate research, expand clinical trials, strengthen specialist training and improve dementia care across Alabama.

Limdi awarded grant to expand access to genomic medicine across Southeast through eConsult

A $2.9M NIH grant aims to provide comprehensive genomic medicine consultations to healthcare providers in Alabama and Tennessee, helping integrate genetic and genomic insights into routine patient care.

What to know about male infertility from a UAB urologist

A UAB urologist clarifies common misconceptions about male infertility and offers tips to improve chances of conception.

From UAB to the NBA: Former Blazer’s commitment to eye safety

Former UAB basketball player Trey Jemison’s journey from college athlete to the NBA highlights the importance of eye safety, early detection and protective eyewear, guided by UAB Eye Care experts who helped him manage myopia and prevent sports‑related eye injuries.

Alabama man defies early prognosis following life-threatening accident

Two years after a severe traumatic brain injury caused by a car falling on his head, Jacob Smith is continuing his recovery and making steady progress in rehabilitation with support from his family and the UAB medical team.

Severe weather preparedness: Four tips to support those living with disabilities

A UAB rehabilitation expert and quadriplegic wheelchair user shares practical, accessibility‑focused tips to help people living with disabilities prepare for severe weather.