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The commission recommends a shift away from relying solely on BMI to more accurately define obesity as a disease.

E-cigarette use among college-age students has drastically increased. UAB researchers studied the perception of health risks of e-cigarettes compared to traditional cigarettes.

The ability to alter protein binding can create tailored therapeutics with reduced side effects, sensitive diagnostic tools, targeted drug delivery and sustainable bioremediation.

UAB will collaborate with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive. Experts encourage the public to donate if able.

One of UAB’s online master’s degrees ranked in the top three, marking the highest USNWR ranking for a UAB online program in history.

Residents of West Jefferson County can now receive care from UAB Medicine closer to home.

First up Feb. 2 is Vitamin String Quartet, one of the most popular string ensembles in the world, performing music from Taylor Swift, “Bridgerton,” Billie Eilish, BTS and more.

Brynn Welch, Ph.D., has received the 2024 David W. Concepción Prize for Excellence in Philosophy Teaching, and Lindsay Brainard, Ph.D., received the 2024 Article Prize.

In his role, Topgun works with patients to achieve their functional goals, such as improving their balance, stamina, ability to walk and overall motivation.

UAB researchers reveal how managing cardiovascular risk factors can mitigate heart failure risk in Black individuals carrying the transthyretin V142I genetic variant.

A free opening reception will be 5-7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24, with gallery talks by Chitty and Meissner beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Now one of three internationally, UAB has recently been named an OHF Care Center for excellence in research and clinical care for rare kidney stone disease.

The new AI tool can help counselors spot patterns in information that schools already collect that could be indicators of a higher risk of mental health conditions.

A UAB otolaryngologist explains how cold weather affects the ears and shares preventive tips for protection.

UAB’s campus closed Friday due to winter weather in Birmingham turning the campus into an urban winter wonderland.


Brianna Hampton is excited to grow as a Future Educator Fellow and looks forward to her clinical experiences.

UAB is ranked No. 164 based on exceptional academic research portfolio and its overall global and regional reputation.

Injecting infarcted pig hearts with specially bioengineered cells significantly decreased the infarct area and improved heart function, showing possible clinical relevance.

Stay committed to those health and wellness goals this new year with these tips from a UAB sports and exercise medicine physician.

2024 was a landmark year for UAB, with its influence resonating powerfully throughout Birmingham and the entire state of Alabama.

John Hansen, Ph.D., provides insights on what a strong personal brand embodies and how to cultivate it.

Stay safe while traveling this holiday season with these health-conscious tips.

Three families traveled from across Alabama to share their gratitude for UAB physicians and nurses who made an impact in their NICU journey.

Rachel Smith, Ph.D., is collaborating with researchers across UAB on the two-year project, which will focus on the intracranial neural networks responsible for major depressive symptoms in epilepsy patients.

UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine providers share their top tips for injury prevention among performing artists.

Heersink’s exemplary service to UAB has been recognized by one of the highest honors bestowed at the institution, the President’s Medal.

SECAC, a national nonprofit organization devoted to education and research in the visual arts, recognized Stacey M. Holloway with the honor at their recent conference.

Current and future Blazers wanting to attend during the 2025-2026 academic year can start completing their federal student aid form now.

No need to set up traps and trip wires. Just make sure the following items are on the to-do list before loading up the sleigh to keep homes safe.