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Newswise: Testing a promising treatment for functional seizures in children
Released: 21-Dec-2021 5:05 PM EST
Testing a promising treatment for functional seizures in children
University of Alabama at Birmingham

Clinical psychologist Aaron Fobian, Ph.D., has developed a therapy for this debilitating condition that she is now testing in a major NIH-sponsored clinical trial.

Newswise: The science behind cooking a delicious Thanksgiving meal
Released: 19-Nov-2021 10:15 AM EST
The science behind cooking a delicious Thanksgiving meal
University of Alabama at Birmingham

Lizzy Davis with the UAB Department of Nutrition Sciences shares the science of how to make your Thanksgiving worth gobbling up. “Many people think that they don’t have the skills to be a good cook, but cooking is science,” Davis said.

Released: 30-Sep-2021 2:40 PM EDT
Differentiating between COVID-19 and chronic rhinosinusitis
University of Alabama at Birmingham

UAB’s Jessica Grayson, M.D., clears the confusion on how to tell COVID-19 from other respiratory illnesses.

Released: 23-Sep-2021 2:05 PM EDT
COVID-19 vaccines and men’s reproductive health
University of Alabama at Birmingham

UAB’s Adam Baumgarten, M.D., shares more on the safety of the COVID-19 vaccine for men.

Newswise: Five common thinking traps and how to avoid them
Released: 31-Aug-2021 8:15 AM EDT
Five common thinking traps and how to avoid them
University of Alabama at Birmingham

UAB’s Megan Hays, Ph.D., shares how to overcome common negative thinking traps by using cognitive behavioral therapy.

Released: 27-Aug-2021 12:05 PM EDT
Mind over matter? Recognizing your hunger cues
University of Alabama at Birmingham

Two nutrition researchers at UAB claim that hunger cues go well beyond your stomach’s rumbling and grumbling — it has more to do with your overall mindfulness.

Released: 8-Jun-2021 12:05 PM EDT
A clear decision: cataract detection and removal
University of Alabama at Birmingham

For anyone experiencing changes in vision, a comprehensive eye exam is essential. However, because the changes related to cataracts can be slow and subtle, it is better not to wait until your sight is significantly affected.

Released: 11-May-2021 2:50 PM EDT
Five benefits of getting a COVID-19 vaccine
University of Alabama at Birmingham

UAB experts explain some of the benefits of getting a COVID-19 vaccine.

Released: 23-Mar-2021 4:25 PM EDT
Masking may help prevent severe allergies this spring
University of Alabama at Birmingham

Masking can prevent more than COVID-19 from spreading this spring: Allergic rhinitis symptoms have shown to be significantly reduced with facemask usage during the pandemic.

Released: 5-Feb-2021 4:35 PM EST
The truth, or fake news? How to do the research yourself with deception expert Tim Levine
University of Alabama at Birmingham

The world has many different information streams now. Levine shares his strategy for deciphering facts from fiction, no matter the topic.

Released: 16-Nov-2020 4:10 PM EST
Keep Moving and Stay Connected: Tips for Taking Care of Older Loved Ones During a Pandemic
University of Alabama at Birmingham

Mask orders. Constant cleaning. Quarantine. The COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed how many people live. This can be especially true for older adults. As one of the most at-risk populations for COVID-related complications, many older adults have been forced to isolate themselves, causing decreased physical and mental activity.

Released: 17-Jun-2020 3:30 PM EDT
Is a summer vacation safe for your family?
University of Alabama at Birmingham

Destinations are opening up for summer vacation, but does that mean it is safe to travel with your family? The most important consideration while traveling during COVID-19 is weighing the risk, says Curry Bordelon III, DNP, assistant professor in the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Nursing.

Released: 11-Jun-2020 12:05 PM EDT
Caring for Your Loved Ones with COVID-19 at Home
University of Alabama at Birmingham

UAB expert provides practical ways you can care for your loved ones who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 at home.Much has been reported about some of the most severe cases of COVID-19, but what about those who may be experiencing mild or lesser symptoms and are not in situations where they have to be hospitalized? How can spouses, parents or families take care of their loved ones at home?

Released: 14-Apr-2020 4:00 PM EDT
Making the Most of Your Groceries During the Coronavirus Pandemic
University of Alabama at Birmingham

Tara Harman, RDN, has tips on how to stretch your groceries while saving money.

Released: 16-Mar-2020 3:35 PM EDT
COVID-19: Do not forget the host in treating this disease
University of Alabama at Birmingham

From reading the literature primarily out of China, many of the severely ill coronavirus-infected patients appear to have clinical and laboratory features of a cytokine storm syndrome, or CSS, which is frequently fatal.

Released: 2-Mar-2020 4:20 PM EST
Cast your ballot, not your germs
University of Alabama at Birmingham

Polling locations across the country employ different methods of casting ballots, like using pens, felt-tip markers or touch screens — all hotbeds for germs.

Released: 27-Feb-2020 5:30 PM EST
How to prepare in the event of a pandemic
University of Alabama at Birmingham

UAB experts provide tips for you to prepare yourself in the event of the spread of COVID-19.

Released: 17-Dec-2019 10:10 AM EST
5 ways to be a healthy holiday party pro
University of Alabama at Birmingham

Lavish get-togethers with delicious treats by the sleigh-full will abound, but will that cause your waistline to bulge as well?

Released: 1-Oct-2019 5:05 AM EDT
What You Need to Know About Sinus Infections
University of Alabama at Birmingham

As the fall months approach, the potential for seasonal allergies, runny noses and sinus infections increases.

Released: 5-Sep-2019 4:05 PM EDT
PTSD is not just for veterans, it’s a trauma disorder that affects millions
University of Alabama at Birmingham

Research shows that individuals who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder are not just war veterans, but anyone who has experienced some form of severe life trauma.



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