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The view from the top of aluminum drink cans.
News You Can Use Published 10 hours ago

While there is no causal link between energy drinks and cancer, indirect factors like high sugar content can contribute to obesity, a known cancer risk factor. Overconsumption of these ingredients is often a cause for concern.

Man lies in bed with a tissue covering his nose with his right hand and his left hand on forhead.
Health & Medicine Published 12 hours ago

Spring allergies can disrupt daily life and sleep by triggering immune reactions to airborne allergens that cause inflammation and fatigue.

Close-up of an unidentified person wearing a white lab coat and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) gloves, using a channel pipette while conducting research in a neurosurgery laboratory.
Research & Innovation Published 1 day ago

UAB researchers discover the mechanism by which neurofibrillary tangles spread through the brain of Alzheimer’s patients is via connected neurons, and these findings reveal a major disease etiology that could lead to new therapies that slow Alzheimer’s disease progression. 

Heroes and Healers Logo
Arts & Events Published 2 days ago

Honoring trauma survivors, care teams and first responders, the Heroes and Healers event will feature three short films, with proceeds supporting the UAB Trauma Survivors Network and its peer mentoring and support programs.

UAB graphic with green background and the text "16 grad programs ranked TOP 20- U.S. News & World Report" in white text.
Campus & Community Published 2 days ago

UAB earns multiple top rankings in the 2026 U.S. News Best Graduate Schools, highlighting national excellence across health, nursing, business and engineering programs.

 Environmental shot of the UAB Ryals Building for the School of Public Health
Campus & Community Published 3 days ago

UAB is part of a network of 13 Centers of Excellence across the country funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration.

Person typing on a laptop at a wooden table, with a smartphone and fitness tracker nearby.
Research & Innovation Published 3 days ago

The AMPLIFY Diet intervention helps older survivors of obesity-related cancers achieve meaningful weight loss and improvements in key health outcomes without in‑person visits, coaching calls or live counseling.

Headshot of Lawrence Sincich, Ph.D., wearing a blue shirt and sitting in front of a window.
Research & Innovation Published 6 days ago

A new UAB study reveals how the eye creates sharp vision, showing that individual light-sensing cells in the retina send precise signals to the brain. 

UAB skyline from the west University Boulevard and campus buildings at sunset.
Research & Innovation Published 7 days ago

A rise in research funding within UAB’s Department of Family and Community Medicine highlights its expanding research impact.

Moms and Kids Mobile Health Clinic
Campus & Community Published 7 days ago

The mobile clinic operates an RV-based traveling care model that goes into different counties to provide maternal and child health care to underserved communities.

Performers with the troupe Liars and Believers wear colorful costumes and face paint.
Arts & Events Published 7 days ago

Pay what you choose to see this family-friendly performance about a bumbling maintenance crew and a magical yellow bird that Theatre Weekly declared “Utter joy from start to finish.”

Shot from above, drone photo of students wearing backpacks and walking on exterior stairs of Sterne Plaza
Campus & Community Published 7 days ago

This year’s theme, “Scholarship with a Purpose,” highlights UAB’s commitment to advancing its public mission through meaningful partnerships that improve lives and strengthen communities.

Close-up of plated salads, prepared from Frank Stitt recipe, are displayed on cold food table in The Commons on the Green, October 2025.
News You Can Use Published 7 days ago

Pamela Bowen, Ph.D., addresses common myths about nutrition and provides practical insights into maintaining a healthy diet to prevent chronic diseases. 

3D illustration showing thyroid gland with tumor inside human body and closeup view of thyroid cancer cells.
Research & Innovation Published 8 days ago

A UAB professor leads a new discovery that could change how an aggressive thyroid cancer with limited treatments is approached and treated.

Close up view of young woman applying eye drop to left eye.
Health & Medicine Published 8 days ago

A UAB experts offers clarity on the difference between watery and dry eyes, while shedding light on ways to mitigate eye allergy symptoms. 

Close-up, action shot of legs and feet of person walking on floor signage decal that reads "UAB Medicine Walking Trail" in UAB Hospital, May 2025.
News You Can Use Published 9 days ago

UAB experts say there are many steps people can take to minimize the impacts of a sedentary lifestyle on their heart health.

UAB graphic with a tan background and the Montgomery skyline in green with the text "Montgomery Health Policy Meeting" displayed in a thin, green font.
Arts & Events Published 9 days ago

This event brings together health care leaders, policymakers and community advocates to explore innovative health outcomes across Alabama.

Two nurses practicing care on a simulation baby doll.
Campus & Community Published 9 days ago

The new accreditation will support the school’s collaboration with community partners to reach women and children in every corner of the state and its efforts to build a highly educated and well-resourced nursing workforce.

Photo of three researchers in a lab standing in front of research posters. Left to right, Katarina Akhmetova, Igor Chesnokov and Maxim Balasov.
Research & Innovation Published 9 days ago

A new UAB study shows that a prevalent Meier‑Gorlin syndrome variant reduces ORC6 protein production — not its function — suggesting future treatments could boost protein levels to prevent developmental defects.

Close-up, the hands of a doctor wearing a white medical coat are holding a red stethoscope.
Campus & Community Published 10 days ago

High school seniors can gain hands-on medical experience and career guidance at this upcoming workshop in Montgomery.

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