A new study blunts hopes that metformin might help exercising seniors gain more muscle mass.

The Birmingham City Council passed an ordinance on Tuesday, Oct. 15, that establishes a non-smoking Health District on Birmingham’s Southside. Smoking will be prohibited on public property – including city streets and sidewalks within the Heath District.

UAB Medicine is notifying affected patients that criminal hackers recently gained access to certain employee email accounts containing patient information.

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

UAB School of Optometry expert explains ways to properly care of your contact lenses.

IgA nephropathy is the leading primary glomerulonephritis worldwide.

A team of UAB researchers found even a small influence from AAT dogs is meaningful and valuable to someone after a life-changing spinal cord injury.

UAB’s School of Optometry has been training optometrists and helping patients for 50 years.

Knowing if — and when — their child needs braces is key for parents.

UAB researchers have found a previously unknown gene variant that appears to contribute to movement disorders.

UAB is now offering total knee replacements without an overnight hospital stay for selected patients.

UAB computer science experts provide advice on how to protect your personal information from mobile devices and smart speakers.

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.

Diet matters when it comes to depression. Teens who have a high-sodium, low-potassium diet are at a higher risk of depression.

Lessons learned on the battlefield have brought about a change in blood usage at UAB.

The UAB Health System will continue to accept United Healthcare insurance following a finalized agreement.

Historically, Americans have chosen conflict avoidance over violence in property rights.

UAB’s newest academic building, located on the university’s Campus green, will serve College of Arts and Sciences faculty, staff and students.

Eight tips to help parents encourage healthy eating for their children.

A pediatrician shares safety tips that parents can keep in mind as summer rages on.