Wishing a very Happy #MothersDay to all the incredible moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, and mother figures out there! 💐❤️ May your day be filled with warmth and appreciation for the dedication and love you pour into your families.

Alabama’s hospitals support our communities. It’s part of our mission to enhance overall community well-being through charity and volunteer work. Find out how Alabama’s hospitals champion community at wearealabamahospitals.org.🏥 #WeAreAlabamaHospitals

A nutrition program - led by James Jones, head athletic trainer for both UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Birmingham City Schools🎓 - has launched with the support of @UABSportsmed. The program's goal is to enhance the overall health and performance of student-athletes.🥗📚
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Exciting news! The UAB Brain Aging & Memory Hub is now open as of April 2024, thanks to support from UAB Medicine & UAB Heersink School of Medicine. With #Alzheimers disease ranking 2nd in the state's mortality rate, the hub aims to meet the growing needs of the population.
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Did you know that May is National #Stroke Awareness Month? As we recognize this important month, we want to share some enlightening facts and figures to increase awareness of the impact of strokes and highlight UAB's capabilities in handling these medical emergencies.🧠

Join us on Saturday, May 18, at the 11th Annual Blazer Bolt for #BrainCancer . The 5K and Fun Run will begin at 8 a.m. at Railroad Park, followed by a survivor walk at 9:20 a.m.⚡️🏃
For more information, visit: blazerbolt.com

#ONealCancerUAB

Learn more about the connection between HPV and oropharyngeal cancer; new tools allowing more accurate diagnoses and monitoring for recurrence; and the surgical precision made possible by robotic surgery alongside intraoperative fluorescence imaging. 🎧brnw.ch/21wJzEQ

Join us on May 11, 2024, for the 21st annual chipped timed Motherwalk 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. This event is in memory of Norma Livingston and all the women who have lost their lives to #OvarianCancer .

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Fentanyl is used to make fake pills disguised as Oxycontin, Percocet, and Xanax. You can’t fix real stress with fake pills. Take action and help your friends find the support they really need. For more information, head to fentanylawarenessday.org. #NoRandomPills #OddsAreAlabama

Congratulations to John Petrov, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at UAB Medicine, for being recognized in the Becker's Hospital Review 2024 list of CHROs and Chief People Officers to Know.👏 This recognition serves as a testament to Petrov's exceptional leadership.
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DYK: #Smoking is the leading risk factor for #LungCancer ? In fact, according to the CDC, it is responsible for 80-90% of lung cancer deaths. A tobacco treatment specialist at UAB offers valuable advice on quitting smoking and its health benefits.
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Dr. Cannon discusses the new Hepatocellular Carcinoma Clinic, which brings together relevant specialists so patients can leave one appointment with a diagnosis and a care plan built by the entire team. brnw.ch/21wJxgp O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB UAB Surgery

Join Rachel Sinkey, M.D., from UAB Medicine's Maternal and Fetal Medicine Department as she sheds light on #preeclampsia with Birmingham Mom Collective. Learn about the symptoms, prevention, and treatment of this common condition affecting up to 8% of pregnancies.
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The Lung Cancer Research Foundation (Lung Cancer Research Foundation) recently awarded Aakash Desai, M.D., MPH, (@ADesaiMD) a research grant aimed at advancing understanding of antibody drug conjugates in lung cancer treatment.

Read more: tinyurl.com/2u2bxcr4

Today is #MelanomaMonday 👏 As we kick off #SkinCancerAwareness Month in May, let's raise awareness about the importance of skin cancer prevention and early detection. It's important to be aware of these signs if you notice any concerning spots.
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Visit June Coffee Co's downtown Birmingham location this month to support the UAB Center for Psychiatric Medicine (CPM). June Coffee Co will donate 2% of their sales in May, #MentalHealth Awareness Month, to directly support the CPM Crisis Clothes Closet.
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Join O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB at the FamilyStrong Brain Tumor Patient and Caregiver Meeting on Friday, May 7, in recognition of #BrainCancer Awareness Month. The meeting will cover the latest in treatments, challenges, and more.🧠 🎗️
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Tabitha Derryberry, 49, received a new liver and kidney at UAB during two separate procedures in summer 2022. Read about her journey and the gratitude she has for the many people on her transplant team.
#LiverTransplant #KidneyTransplant
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Women should be aware of specific biological factors that may affect their mental health. As part of #MentalHealthAwareness Month in May, UAB Medicine shares some tips about maintaining emotional and mental well-being.
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May marks #NationalTraumaAwarenessMonth , dedicated to increasing awareness of trauma's impact and advocating for preventive measures. Explore the following tips to safeguard against the most common instances where trauma may occur. 🚑🩹