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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.

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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.

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The Southern diet — fried foods and sugary drinks — may raise risk of sudden cardiac death

This study is the latest research to investigate the association between cardiovascular disease and diet — which foods have a positive versus negative impact on cardiovascular disease risk.

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Soak in the fun, not the sun

Using the correct sunscreen — especially during the summer months — is vital to help prevent skin issues now and in the future.

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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.

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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.

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Hubbard awarded grant to study heart disease drug’s effects on retina

Seth Hubbard, a UAB undergraduate student studying neuroscience, has received a grant to test the efficacy of carvedilol as a treatment for retinal degeneration, while participating in a summer research fellowship with Fight for Sight.

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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.

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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.

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Are hormones from the heart responsible for high nighttime blood pressure?

Investigations by researchers at UAB reveal the existence of a day/night rhythm of heart hormones, and how the disturbance of this rhythm could contribute to a high risk of high blood pressure and poor cardiovascular health in obese individuals.

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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.

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S. pneumoniae sticks to dying lung cells, worsening secondary infection following flu

This novel virulence trait, which increases severity of S. pneumoniae superinfection, involves pneumococcal surface protein A, now identified as an adhesin.

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UAB joins oncology clinical trial diversity alliance

The alliance will focus on boosting participation in clinical research within historically underrepresented patient groups.

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UAB faculty hold two key, national transplant leadership roles

Kumar and Locke will be positioned to help guide the national discussion on transplantation policies.

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Friedman awarded grant for phase 2 of pediatric brain tumor study

Gregory Friedman, M.D., has received a special grant to test various therapy combinations with a form of the herpes virus to improve anti-tumor immune response in children battling brain cancer.

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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.

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Undiagnosed and untreated disease identified in rural South Africa

A comprehensive health-screening program in rural northern KwaZulu-Natal has found a high burden of undiagnosed or poorly controlled non-communicable diseases.

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Will reduction in tau protein protect against Parkinson’s and Lewy body dementias?

New results suggest the answer is no, implying that the role of tau in the pathogenesis of Lewy body dementias is distinct from Alzheimer’s disease.

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Live HealthSmart Alabama celebrates phase one improvements in Kingston, part of the first year’s efforts to revitalize Birmingham neighborhoods

Included in the phase one improvements in the Kingston community is a new mobile market bringing fresh food to the neighborhood.

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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.

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