UAB Medicine

01/26/2026

Want to help eliminate cervical cancer in Alabama? Focus on three essentials: get the HPV vaccine, schedule regular screenings, and keep follow-up appointments and treatments when recommended. 📋✔️

UAB O'Neal Cancer Center

01/26/2026

Holiday indulgence can make your digestive system feel off balance. UAB microbiologist Jessica Scoffield, Ph.D., explains how small, mindful choices can help reset and support gut health in the new year.

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Jessica Scoffield, Ph.D., associate professor at UAB Dept. or Microbiology shares 5 tips to help maintain a healthy gut during the New Year.

01/25/2026

Here's a friendly reminder to incorporate these simple tips into your routine for a stronger and enhanced immune system. Together, let's navigate the remainder of the cold and flu season with ease! 🦠

01/25/2026

January 25 is National IV Nurse Day, and we couldn't be more proud of our amazing team members, who have dedicated their lives to providing the best infusion care possible for our patients. Thank you for all you do for UAB Medicine! 🎉

01/24/2026

Receiving the HPV vaccine is an important step in preventing cervical cancer, and learning who is eligible and the recommended timing can support lifelong protection.

UAB O'Neal Cancer Center

01/23/2026

Two major tools to prevent cervical cancer include receiving the HPV vaccine and regular cervical cancer screenings. Spread the word about these effective prevention methods to protect yourself and others who may be at risk.

UAB O'Neal Cancer Center

01/23/2026

Even in Alabama, unpredictable winter weather—such as ice, snow, sleet, frost, and extreme cold—can create serious challenges. The best time to prepare for an emergency is before conditions become severe. UAB Emergency Management has shared the lists below to help guide you with recommended supplies and practical steps to stay prepared.❄️

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01/22/2026

If a family member or friend is being treated for cancer, help protect them by getting your flu shot. The UAB Injection Clinic on the second floor of The Kirklin Clinic of UAB Hospital offers flu shots for current UAB Medicine patients every weekday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with no appointment needed.

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01/22/2026

UAB Critical Care Transport will undergo a CAMTS accreditation site visit on February 23–24, 2026. The visit evaluates compliance with nationally established medical transport standards.

Learn more about the process and public information interviews in the notice below.

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01/21/2026

UAB Medicine Urgent Care is open seven days a week, providing convenient, expert treatment in the heart of downtown Birmingham. If you need to see a doctor today, don’t hesitate. Walk-ins are welcome, and we offer free parking in the deck behind the clinic.

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01/21/2026

Regular screening is key to cervical cancer prevention and early treatment. Women age 21 and older are encouraged to schedule a screening to identify potential risk factors and help determine the right screening schedule moving forward.

UAB O'Neal Cancer Center

01/20/2026

Endometriosis affects about 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. Learn more about the symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, and the treatments available to help manage this condition.

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