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March 23, 2020

COVID-19 Testing

Patients or other community members experiencing COVID-19 symptoms can call 205-975-1881 for screening. If they meet the screening criteria, they will be provided an appointment time at the drive-through testing site. An appointment is required to be tested. Click here to learn more about the testing process and directions to the drive-through test site.
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DAISY Winner – Natalja Deineko, RN
March 13, 2020

DAISY Winner – Natalja Deineko, RN

Congratulations to this month’s winner, Natalja Deineko, RN! Natalja is part of the House Calls Program at UAB Hospital-Highlands. She goes above and beyond for the patients every single day.
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Celebrating Certified Nurses - Dedicated to Excellence
March 13, 2020

Certified Nurses Day Honors Those with Advanced Credentials

Depending on what color scrubs you wear, you may already know that Thursday, March 19 is Certified Nurses Day. This annual observance celebrates nurses worldwide who contribute to better patient outcomes through earning and maintaining advanced credentials in their specialty.
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The Future is Worth Seeing: 8 Tips for Maintaining Eye Health as You Age
March 9, 2020

8 Tips for Maintaining Eye Health as You Age

The future is worth seeing! Check out these 8 tips for maintaining your eye health as you age.
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Home Tests for Colorectal Cancer Don’t Beat Colonoscopy for Prevention
March 6, 2020

Home Tests for Colorectal Cancer Don’t Beat Colonoscopy for Prevention

Colorectal cancer has a high cure rate – especially when caught early – yet it remains the third deadliest cancer for men and women in the United States. It doesn’t help that many people avoid getting a colonoscopy, which is by far the best way to find colorectal cancer early or prevent it altogether.
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Three pairs of hands holding a heart-shaped figurine
March 5, 2020

Organ Donation Continues Despite Coronavirus Crisis

Because of the need for social distancing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, Legacy of Hope (LoH, formerly the Alabama Organ Center) has cancelled in-person events for National Donate Life Month, an observance established by Donate Life America to raise awareness about the need for organ donation. That’s the bad news. The good news is that, even in this time of crisis, organ donation continues due to the generosity of donors, their families, and the frontline staff who support the LoH mission.
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IBS vs. IBD
March 2, 2020

IBS vs. IBD

IBS and IBD are medical conditions that can affect the digestive system, which includes the esophagus, stomach, and intestines. Both disorders can cause pain in the abdomen and changes in bowel movements, but there are important differences. In observance of IBS Awareness Month in April, the main differences are described below.
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slumber by the numbers: 7 signs of poor sleep
March 2, 2020

Slumber by the Numbers: 7 Signs of Poor Sleep

Most people have trouble sleeping from time to time, but it can cause serious health problems when it happens almost every night.
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Favorite Healthy Meals from Restaurants Near UAB
February 24, 2020

Favorite Healthy Meals from Restaurants Near UAB

Wondering where you can find healthy meal options near UAB? Here's a list of nearby favorites that will fit your health goals and your budget.
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What Do UAB Dietitians Eat in a Day?
February 24, 2020

What Do UAB Dietitians Eat in a Day?

Are you curious about what UAB dietitians eat in a day? Click below to see examples from different dietitians on their daily nutritional habits!
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Verlon Salley, UAB Medicine’s senior director of Radiology
February 19, 2020

Black History Month Leadership Spotlight: Verlon Salley

For Verlon Salley, UAB Medicine’s senior director of Radiology, his career in health care administration is part of a family tradition. You might even say that radiology is in his DNA.
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Chest Pain: It’s Not Always a Matter of the Heart
February 18, 2020

Chest Pain: It’s Not Always a Matter of the Heart

Most people experience chest pain at some point, but how do you know if it’s a heart attack or simply heartburn or anxiety? Understanding the differences between cardiovascular events and other causes of chest pain can save you a trip to the emergency room. It’s also important because the discomfort could be caused by other urgent conditions, as well as less serious issues that may point to a chronic medical problem.
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