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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.
When Cameron Monistere was diagnosed with cancer right before his senior year of college and final season as an Auburn University cheerleader, he acted fast. With the help of UAB experts, Monistere is now cancer-free and using his story to raise awareness about men’s health.
The Alabama Department of Public Health shows widespread flu activity in all areas of the state. UAB’s Rachael Lee, M.D., urges the public to enact preventive measures to slow the spread of flu, and to ease the burden on health care systems.
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.
Direct reprogramming is a potential therapy for heart attack patients. In vitro, TBX20 improved contractility and mitochondrial function of reprogrammed heart muscle cells.
AHA recognizes the UAB Cardiovascular Institute’s dedication to ensuring all heart failure patients have access to best practices and lifesaving care.
Wong received the award for her research, titled “Interactions between the human host and M.tb during subclinical tuberculosis.”
UAB researchers show there is no longer a connection between the previously linked gene and elevated blood pressure in those of African ancestry.
Keep football tailgates heart-healthy without sacrificing flavor with these tips from UAB cardiologists.
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