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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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couple holding hands on their laps
February 4, 2020

Broken Heart Syndrome: Yes, It’s a Real Thing

When we hear about a “broken heart”, most people think about an emotional reaction rather than an actual medical problem. However, there is a direct link between severe emotional or physical stress and a potentially serious condition known as broken heart syndrome.
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spa-like bath tub covered with candles, tray holds towel, bath salts, soap and flower
January 27, 2020

5 Ways to Nurture Yourself with Self-Love During Recovery

As Valentine’s Day approaches, we’re surrounded by images of idealized love: fragrant roses, luscious chocolates, and red-hot romance. But for those recovering from a substance use disorder, romantic love can be complicated. Relationships with partners or spouses may be bruised, broken, or a work in progress.
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Employees wearing red and standing in the shape of a heart
January 16, 2020

UAB Medicine Observes Heart Month 2020

February is American Heart Month, an annual observance designed to increase awareness about heart disease, which is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Each year, one in four deaths is caused by heart disease, according to the American Heart Association. Fortunately, almost 80 percent of heart disease cases can be prevented when people make healthier choices and manage their medical conditions.
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over 18,000 annual outpatient visits. 250 annual ultrasound procedures
January 10, 2020

UAB Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology 2019 Facts & Figures

UAB Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology ranks No. 10 in U.S. News & World Report’s 2019 - 2020 Best Hospitals list and continues to demonstrate excellence in clinical care, research, and training, as the highest ranked UAB program for 28 years. This past fiscal year saw incredible grant funding, publication submissions, patient volumes, and faculty and fellow retention. It is exciting to imagine what 2020 holds for the division!
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three individuals holding hands
January 8, 2020

Fighting Addiction? Commit to a New You in the New Year

The New Year is full of possibilities and promises. We’ll eat more broccoli and stop using the treadmill as a coat rack. We’ll count to 10 when our spouse gets on our nerves. We’ll skip Starbucks and tuck that money away for a rainy day. We’ll flush the pills or pour the whiskey down the drain – for good.
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