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  • FDA approves oral version of weight-loss drug semaglutide, UAB researchers react
    Multisite research, including research at UAB, shows that oral semaglutide is nearly as effective as the widely used injectable version for treating obesity, delivering about 13.7 percent average weight loss over 64 weeks.
  • Should youth use skincare products? UAB expert offers guidance on age-appropriate skincare gifts
    One UAB dermatologist offers need-to-know information for parents shopping for skincare products for children this holiday season.
  • Brain hack: Neuroscience tips to make New Year’s resolutions stick
    A UAB assistant professor explains neuroplasticity and offers tips to help maintain newly set goals and habits in the new year.
  • Five tips from UAB to combat holiday burnout
    Burnout does not have to ruin the holiday season. One UAB expert recommends five ways to stay refreshed this holiday season.
  • Smart holiday shopping: Toys that support healthy development in children
    The brain grows fastest in the first three months of life, and this rapid growth makes early experiences and interactions especially important.
  • Lung cancer screens can lead to better outcomes, UAB expert explains why
    Early lung cancer screening, especially for people with a history of smoking, can detect disease sooner, when treatment is more effective and lives can be saved.
  • UAB to evaluate the impact of neighborhood revitalization on residents’ lung health
    In partnership with the Housing Authority of the Birmingham District, the City of Birmingham and community partners, UAB will assess the effectiveness of public housing renovations and environmental refinements on community health.
  • Etomidate proves more effective for sedative use in patient intubations
    Sedative choice could improve patient outcomes in patients who have been intubated.  
  • Routine skin checks should happen year-round due to delayed response to sun exposure
    Even in the colder months, it is important to keep an eye out for any unusual skin changes as some discolorations may not appear immediately after sun exposure.
  • Cystic fibrosis care expanded worldwide by UAB’s first nonprofit startup
    UAB’s first nonprofit startup, Dream a Little Dream, is improving global cystic fibrosis care by empowering medical teams with cost-effective tools and training.
  • How to prevent injuries during holiday decorating
    UAB Neurosurgery and Trauma experts discuss the importance of taking precautions when decorating this holiday season.
  • Rock your stockings: Preventing varicose veins in pregnancy
    UAB’s Allison Davis, M.D., provides tips to help prevent varicose veins during pregnancy.