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$1.4 million grant to grow underrepresented minorities in medicine and expand care in rural areas

An award from the Health Resources and Services Administration will increase underrepresented minorities in medicine and support student work in areas of mental health, opioid addiction and primary care in rural areas.
An award from the Health Resources and Services Administration will increase underrepresented minorities in medicine and support student work in areas of mental health, opioid addiction and primary care in rural areas.

Back to square one: UAB expert says social distancing, masks, vaccinations are key to stopping COVID-19 surge

As the Delta variant continues to rip through the United States, Alabama’s low vaccination rates combined with the variant’s high transmissibility rates make for a deadly combination that can be stopped, experts say — if we all do the right thing.

As the Delta variant continues to rip through the United States, Alabama’s low vaccination rates combined with the variant’s high transmissibility rates make for a deadly combination that can be stopped, experts say — if we all do the right thing.

COVID-19 health recommendations for K-12 schools

Pediatric infectious diseases expert discusses the Centers for Disease Control’s in-person learning guidelines for the 2021 school year.
Pediatric infectious diseases expert discusses the Centers for Disease Control’s in-person learning guidelines for the 2021 school year.

UAB Medicine named a Hicuity Health 2021 WE SEE YOU CARE Award winner

The award recognizes innovation, leadership and partnership in tele-ICU care.
The award recognizes innovation, leadership and partnership in tele-ICU care.

Delta variant causes rise in COVID-19 emergency department visits in the unvaccinated

Delta variant causes rise of COVID-19 hospitalizations in the unvaccinated.
Delta variant causes rise of COVID-19 hospitalizations in the unvaccinated.

UAB uses mobile clinic to examine disease risk of rural Southerners

The RURAL Heart and Lung Study clinic will bring to rural communities technology that provides access to diagnostic tests that are not routinely done in rural settings. UAB researchers will examine medical, lifestyle and behavioral factors that contribute to higher health concerns in residents of Dallas and Wilcox counties. (Photography: Lexi Coon)
The RURAL Heart and Lung Study clinic will bring to rural communities technology that provides access to diagnostic tests that are not routinely done in rural settings. UAB researchers will examine medical, lifestyle and behavioral factors that contribute to higher health concerns in residents of Dallas and Wilcox counties.

NIH expand CEAL Grant to promote COVID-19 vaccines

The NIH’s Community Engagement Alliance Against COVID-19 Disparities extends research grant to promote COVID-19 vaccinations.
The NIH’s Community Engagement Alliance Against COVID-19 Disparities extends research grant to promote COVID-19 vaccinations.

With eight highly ranked specialties, U.S. News again calls UAB best hospital in Alabama

UAB Hospital tops the list of best hospitals in Alabama again, according to U.S. News & World Report. (Photography: Steve Wood)
UAB Hospital tops the list of best hospitals in Alabama again, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Burn patient shows hand therapists his gratitude by making them custom works of art

Burn patient shows hand therapists his gratitude by making them custom works of art
A year ago, Delrico Gibson could not use his hands. Now he can make art again and thanked the therapists who helped him recover with works of abstract symmetric string art made especially for them.

UAB’s Supportive Care Clinic showcases new clinic space in virtual tour

The UAB Supportive Care Clinic recently moved to its newest location in the Kirklin Clinic, with new telehealth, counseling and therapy rooms, and a collection of local art.
The UAB Supportive Care Clinic recently moved to its newest location in the Kirklin Clinic, with new telehealth, counseling and therapy rooms, and a collection of local art.

UAB’s longest COVID patient goes home

Hamm was on ECMO for 147 days, a remarkably long time. (Photography: Steve Wood)

Hamm was on ECMO for 147 days, a remarkably long time.

UAB Eye Care launches telemedicine services for low-vision care

Rural patients now have a telemedicine option as UAB Eye Care expands its services for people with low vision." Second pic: Low-vision services involves helping patients maximize their remaining vision with devices and training that are specific to their disorder and is provided by an optometrist with low-vision training. (Photo by: Lexi Coon)
Rural patients now have a telemedicine option as UAB Eye Care expands its services for people with low vision.

Hot car deaths and how parents can keep their child safe from the summer heat

Parent and UAB pediatrician Candice Dye, M.D., provides tips that can make the difference in saving a child’s life during hot summer months.
Parent and UAB pediatrician Candice Dye, M.D., provides tips that can make the difference in saving a child’s life during hot summer months.

UAB experts warn Delta variant could become dominant strain in U.S. within weeks

Experts from the University of Alabama at Birmingham encourage everyone to get vaccinated to prevent the spread of the Delta variant, which is believed to be much more contagious and more harmful than original strains.
Experts from the University of Alabama at Birmingham encourage everyone to get vaccinated to prevent the spread of the Delta variant, which is believed to be much more contagious and more harmful than original strains.

Three things to know about the long-term side effects of COVID vaccines

Many Americans say they want to “make sure the shot is safe” before getting vaccinated. That data is already in, and it is overwhelming. (Photo by: Andrea Mabry)

Many Americans say they want to “make sure the shot is safe” before getting vaccinated. That data is already in, and it is overwhelming. 

Patient trapped by fallen tree during tornado walks again thanks to UAB

Brian Mueller, certified prosthetist and manager of the UAB Orthotics and Prosthetics Clinic, assists Hernandez in his first steps since the accident. (Photo by: Andrea Mabry)
Arnoldo Vasquez Hernandez was pinned under an oak tree that fell on his house during a tornado in January 2021, requiring a rare, in-the-field amputation. After being fitted for a prosthetic leg, he is now able to take his first steps in nearly five months.

UAB professor receives grant to study precursor to multiple myeloma in African Americans

Elizabeth Brown, Ph.D., has received a $3.1 million grant from the National Cancer Institute to study epigenetic contribution to the excess risk of a precursor of multiple myeloma in African Americans.
Elizabeth Brown, Ph.D., has received a $3.1 million grant from the National Cancer Institute to study epigenetic contribution to the excess risk of a precursor of multiple myeloma in African Americans.

UAB professor selected to serve as standing member of NIH’s Aging Systems and Geriatrics Study Section, Center for Scientific Review

Thomas Buford, Ph.D., will serve a four-year term on the NIH’s Aging Systems and Geriatrics Study Section, Center for Scientific Review. (Photo by: Steve Wood)
Thomas Buford, Ph.D., will serve a four-year term on the NIH’s Aging Systems and Geriatrics Study Section, Center for Scientific Review.

UAB partners with ADPH to launch the Alabama Regional Center for Infection Prevention and Control

Ten UAB experts, with specialties ranging from public health to infectious diseases, to pediatrics, will serve as investigators for the new Alabama Regional Center for Infection Prevention and Control. (Photo by: Steve Wood)
Ten UAB experts, with specialties ranging from public health to infectious diseases, to pediatrics, will serve as investigators for the new Alabama Regional Center for Infection Prevention and Control.

Genetic counselors bridge information gaps between genomic medicine and patients

The genetic counseling field has become an important component of medicine in the past decade. Alabama law now mandates all genetic counselors practicing in the state be licensed by fall of 2021.
The genetic counseling field has become an important component of medicine in the past decade. Alabama law now mandates all genetic counselors practicing in the state be licensed by fall of 2021.

UAB Hospital hits lowest number of hospitalized COVID-positive patients since March 2020

Hospitalizations and deaths due to COVID-19 continue to decrease because of vaccinations, but we still need more people vaccinated. (Photo by: Andrea Mabry)
Hospitalizations and deaths due to COVID-19 continue to decrease because of vaccinations, but we still need more people vaccinated.

UAB Callahan Eye Hospital and Clinics solidifies commitment to local residents with purchase of Cahaba River Road facility

The location offers adult and pediatric optometry and ophthalmology services, and delivers the same vision care that Callahan Eye Hospital has provided on the UAB campus for the past 50 years. (Photo by: Steve Wood)
The location offers adult and pediatric optometry and ophthalmology services, and delivers the same vision care that Callahan Eye Hospital has provided on the UAB campus for the past 50 years.

Judd: Alabama does not have high enough immunity to eradicate SARS-CoV-2

Judd: Alabama does not have high enough immunity to eradicate SARS-CoV-2
Immunity levels are keeping state case levels manageable for now, but the current vaccination rate will not end COVID and likely will lead to continued outbreaks.

UAB Medicine again designated as a Healthcare Equality Leader

UAB Medicine again designated as a Healthcare Equality Leader
For the fourth time, UAB Medicine is recognized for excellence in equity and diversity by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.

Russell named a Harvard Macy fellow

Russell named a Harvard Macy fellow
As a fellow, Stephen Russell, M.D., professor with the UAB Department of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, will design and pilot a new UAB program using art works from artists of color to teach medical students about diversity and clinical insights.

Cooper Green Mercy Health Services holds fair, Salud hoy para Mañana Health

Hispanic members of the community are invited to Salud hoy para Mañana Health, a health fair hosted by Cooper Green Mercy Health Services.

Hispanic members of the community are invited to Salud hoy para Mañana Health, a health fair hosted by Cooper Green Mercy Health Services.

A clear decision: cataract detection and removal

Did you know that you can have cataracts as young as 40 years of age but not actually experience vision problems until much later?
Did you know that you can have cataracts as young as 40 years of age but not actually experience vision problems until much later?

New Alzheimer’s drug not a panacea, but may slow worsening of the disease

The first new medication for Alzheimer’s disease in almost 20 years seems to reduce the amount of amyloid peptide in the brain, which may slow the progression of the disease.

The first new medication for Alzheimer’s disease in almost 20 years seems to reduce the amount of amyloid peptide in the brain, which may slow the progression of the disease.

Retired firefighter experiences complete response in clinical trial, shares story for National Cancer Survivors Day

In honor of National Cancer Survivors Day, O’Neal Cancer Center patient Charlotte Patterson reflects on her own cancer diagnosis and treatment.

In honor of National Cancer Survivors Day, O’Neal Cancer Center patient Charlotte Patterson reflects on her own cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Heart valve disease: another silent killer

Symptoms of heart valve disease often go undetected or dismissed as a normal part of aging. Patient Karen Hay was unaware and says the procedure at UAB to repair the valve saved her life.

Symptoms of heart valve disease often go undetected or dismissed as a normal part of aging. Patient Karen Hay was unaware and says the procedure at UAB to repair the valve saved her life. 

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