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Name-brand water bottles have become the newest trend, but what happens when they are not properly cleaned? One UAB expert explains how bottles are a breeding ground for mold and bacteria.
Individuals in their 20s and 30s should be aware of the warning signs of colon cancer to know when to seek medical attention.
A UAB physics expert breaks down the details and history of why we recognize the Gregorian calendar leap year.
A healthy lifestyle is about small changes over time that build upon each other.
One UAB expert offers thoughts on the viral “sleepy girl mocktail.”
Any woman can be at risk for any gynecologic cancer. Risk tends to increase with age, and there is always a heightened possibility of cancer due to family history or race.
Megan Hays, Ph.D., is offering five tips on how to combat loneliness this year.
A UAB expert is offering some of their top tips on how to avoid holiday heart syndrome and enjoy a heart-healthy holiday season.
UAB’s Christopher Ballmann, Ph.D., explains the positive and negative impacts of music preference on exercise and athletic performance.
This holiday season, one UAB expert suggests looking for ways to invest in time with elderly loved ones versus investing in gifts.
UAB experts provide tips on how to manage holiday stress.
Key to moral insight is taking a proactive approach to understanding different perspectives, such as befriending opponents and practicing mindfulness.
Experts at the University of Alabama at Birmingham are providing tips on how to navigate the holiday season for those coping with or recovering from disordered eating patterns.
Stay safe this holiday season with these electrical safety tips from a UAB expert.
With people consuming media from dozens of different news sources, including social media, a UAB librarian explains how to avoid mistaking mis- or disinformation for the real thing.
UAB’s Ben Meadows, Ph.D., provides valuable insights into the projected trends for holiday sales and the potential impact on seasonal hiring in the retail sector.
There are several ways you can reduce your chances of pancreatic-related illness and monitor your overall well-being for any sudden changes.
Most seizures occur in non-medical settings. A UAB epilepsy expert provides information on best practices to help individuals during a seizure.
UAB registered dietitian nutritionist Kelly Berg’s work in nutrition communication offers invaluable guidance in navigating these complexities and empowering consumers to make well-informed dietary choices.
One UAB experts says the roles of screenings, warning signs and a healthy lifestyle are all keys to cancer prevention.
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.
After a loved one receives a breast cancer diagnosis or surgery, it is important for caregivers and support partners to know how they can best help the patient during the difficult time.
Dedicating a specific day and time, cooking in batches for convenience, doing meal prep in advance and using smart cooking tools like slow cookers and sheet pans can help save time, money and maintain a healthy diet.
Michelle Wooten, Ph.D., assistant professor of astronomy in the Department of Physics, and eye specialists from the University of Alabama at Birmingham share some useful facts and tips to enjoy the upcoming eclipses.
UAB diabetes expert serves up tailgating hacks to make football season fun and diabetes-friendly.
Physicians in the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB are advancing the field of thyroid care with cutting-edge, patient-specific procedures and collaborative research investigations.
Human bodies are made to move, says UAB Arts in Medicine artist-in-residence Melissa Turnage, and “magical” energy can happen in the brain. Here are her tips for adding dance to your day.
Certain men may have a higher risk of prostate cancer based on family history or ethnicity or race, and ancestry and should have their first screening discussions at the age of 40.
There is no specific reason for craving foods, but the urge is preventable and treatable as substituting with healthier options is the best way to manage cravings.
Football and tailgating season is here, and one UAB expert wants to make sure you stay safe from electrical hazards and enjoy the festivities this fall.