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Feb 24, 2025 | uab.edu | Shea Allen

Written by: Shea AllenMedia contact: Shea Allen Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Traditionally, many patients begin treatment only after experiencing a cardiovascular event. However, experts at the University of Alabama at Birmingham want patients to be aware of a screening tool that offers a proactive approach called a coronary calcium score that works by assessing an individual’s risk of developing heart disease before symptoms appear.

Feb 3, 2025 | uab.edu | Chris McCauley

Jan 21, 2025 | uab.edu | Jeff Hansen

In biology, the binding of cellular proteins to molecules called ligands produces a myriad of functions essential for life, including cell signaling and enzymatic action. In biotechnology and medicine, the ability of researchers to alter proteins to refine control over binding affinity and specificity can create tailored therapeutics with reduced side effects, highly sensitive diagnostic tools, efficient biocatalysis, targeted drug delivery systems and sustainable bioremediation solutions.

Jan 21, 2025 | uab.edu | Anna Jones

The need for blood supplies is constant across the United States. The University of Alabama at Birmingham is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive next week. The blood drive will be held Jan. 28-31 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. each day in the North Pavilion Atrium. Donors will receive a $15 e-gift card and a Red Cross T-shirt while supplies last. UAB is one of the largest users nationally of blood supplied by the Red Cross. Donors can give blood up to six times a year, every eight weeks.

Jan 15, 2025 | uab.edu | Alicia Rohan

The University of Alabama Birmingham Medicine is now accepting adult patients of all ages for non-emergency care at UAB Medical West. The Specialty Clinics of UAB Hospital at UAB Medical West are staffed by experienced and compassionate UAB Medicine doctors, nurses and other professionals. These new clinics are located on the sixth floor of the UAB Medical West medical office building, 5000 Medical West Way, Bessemer, AL 35022.