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Patients with advanced colorectal cancer have new offering for treatment with liver transplant at UAB

Few centers in the Southeast offer this procedure, and the national allocation system does not typically prioritize patients with colorectal metastases — meaning extended waits on the transplantation list for these patient populations.

How to prepare for traveling to a different time zone

Biology and lifestyle play a role in determining the severity of jet lag, but preparing in advance can help adapt quicker.

Psilocybin proves promising treatment for cocaine use disorder, according to UAB study

Clinical trial shows psilocybin, a natural compound, coupled with psychotherapy, is a safe and effective treatment for cocaine use disorder.

New ankle-based nerve stimulation implant for bladder control now offered at UAB

UAB expands its treatment options for those struggling with urge urinary incontinence.

How to reduce SUID risk: Safe sleep for infants

Experts from UAB, a nationally certified Safe Sleep Hospital, offer tips on keeping infants safe at night.

Three UAB students honored as Goldwater Scholars

Rishab Samant, Neha Singaravelan and Vamsi Singu have been recognized by one of the nation’s most prestigious undergraduate honors for their extraordinary science and mathematics accomplishments.

‘Zombie’ senescent cells are a nightmare for skeletal muscle in aging and disease

UAB researchers review how senescent “zombie” cells contribute to skeletal muscle weakness with aging and disease, outlining emerging therapies such as senolytics and senomorphics that could help preserve muscle health and extend health span.

UAB physician performs Alabama’s first deceased donor bone marrow transplant

The transplant offers a new treatment option for the more than 18,500 Americans yearly who are diagnosed with blood cancers and need a bone marrow transplant.

Researchers launch spaceflight study to investigate pneumonia related heart disease

Findings from this investigation could contribute to improved clinical interventions for patients recovering from pneumonia and help reduce the risk of long‑term heart damage.

Graduate strives to change the perception of chemistry

Mason Bayles will walk across the stage on May 2 at Bartow Arena, but his passion for chemistry and drive to change the field are already making a difference.

Magnesium sulfate does not improve neurodevelopmental outcomes in very early preterm births, according to new UAB analysis

This is one of the few studies of its kind to look at the use of magnesium sulfate for babies born at 22-24 weeks of gestation in preventing neurodevelopmental outcomes.

GLP-1 drugs improve cardiovascular outcomes among non-obstructive HCM patients, study shows

UAB researchers demonstrated that GLP-1 receptor agonist use is associated with a lower risk of heart failure, dangerous heart rhythms and major cardiovascular events in patients with non-obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.