Anna Jones

Anna Jones

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Public Relations Specialist

ajones7@uab.edu | (205) 644-1745

Identifies and develops stories that highlight research, faculty news, patient stories, clinical stories and beyond a UAB. Connects media with experts to enhance their story.

Specific beats:

  • O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center
  • Department of Cardiology
  • Department of Emergency Medicine
  • Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics and Palliative Care 
  • Division of Hematology/Oncology
  • Division of Infectious Diseases
  • Department of Physical Medicine and Rehab
  • Department of Surgery
    • Acute Care
    • Breast and Endocrine
    • Cardiothoracic
    • General Surgery
    • Orthopaedic Surgery
    • Plastic
    • Surgical Oncology
    • Trauma
    • Vascular Surgery & Endovascular Therapy
    • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Department of Radiation
  • Oncology Department of Radiology

The holiday season is a time when family members get together to share a meal; doctors recommend using this opportunity to learn more about one’s family history.
UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine, UAB Department of Family and Community Medicine, the Professional Athletes Foundation of the NFL Players’ Association, and Living Heart Foundation partnered together to conduct free cardiac exams, neurological exams, orthopedic health exams, and exercise, nutrition and mental health screenings for former players.
A UAB study including more than 20,000 ventricular assist device recipients showed that patients diagnosed with familial dilated cardiomyopathy had better clinical outcomes compared with other DCM diagnoses.

UAB experts advise parents to think about keeping kids safe this Halloween. 

The funding will be used to purchase cutting-edge equipment to assist with high-containment research productivity and pandemic preparedness at UAB.
Maintain good dental health this Halloween by indulging that night, controlling candy intake after the binge, eating more chocolates than sticky, sour candy and brushing teeth twice daily. 
The five-year project will focus on improving education and training efforts of dental students on how to care for vulnerable groups, including those undergoing substance use disorders.
The award recognizes Gilbert’s commitment to research and its application to clinical practice of dentistry.
Experts provide safety tips for protecting one’s eyes, mouth and body from sports-related injuries this season.
Self-care means taking time to do things that help people live well and improve their physical health and mental health. UAB experts provide tips on how to incorporate self-care into a daily routine.
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