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USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute researchers Dr. Ajay Singh (standing second from left) and Dr. Santanu Dasgupta (standing second from right) along with postdoctoral fellows Kunwar Somesh Vikramdeo (seated far left), and Shashi Anand (seated far right) work on research into triple-negative breast cancer.
USA researchers identify potential biomarkers for detection and treatment of triple-negative breast cancer
Early detection and effective treatment of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) are the ultimate goals of a study by researchers at the USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute and the University of … more
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The spacious new operating rooms feature the most advanced ceiling-mounted lighting systems and ceiling-mounted booms to integrate the latest equipment while also enhancing efficiency and safety. The rooms incorporate extra space for robotics used in minimally invasive surgery, radiology C-arms for orthopaedic surgery and advanced image-guidance systems for neurosurgery.
USA Health unveils new high-tech operating rooms at University Hospital
On Nov. 30, USA Health unveiled five new, high-tech operating rooms as part of a significant expansion at University Hospital, home to the region’s only level one trauma center. The more than … more
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Cooking for family and friends during the holidays can be delicious without being stressful or expensive.
Ensure happy holidays with healthy holiday resources from the USDA
December is a festive time of year with twinkling lights, fresh baked goods, and lively parties. However, planning menus that meet guests’ dietary restrictions, sticking within a holiday … more
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Making healthy choices can improve your quality of life, including your overall mental well-being, and potentially reduce your risk of both depression and dementia.
Prioritize your mental health in 2024 with these 9 tips
As the new year begins, many people make resolutions regarding their physical health, but it’s just as important to focus on mental health in the year ahead, especially for older adults, … more
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Baldwin Bone & Joint partners with BCPS and City Hope Church for 20th-annual Many More Miles shoe drive
DAPHNE — Local school-age kids, runners and exercise enthusiasts may have put a lot of miles on old running shoes and shoes for all purposes, but when they are donated to the "Many More Miles" … more
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Where and how you sit matters when getting blood pressure taken at the doctor's office
Millions of people with normal blood pressure may be misclassified as having blood pressure that is too high because of improper positioning when measurements are taken, new research suggests. … more
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Saliva, or spit, is made by several salivary glands in the mouth and it consists mostly of water (about 99%). It also contains over 1,000 different types of proteins and other molecules and is responsible for many important roles in your health.
Spit happens: The surprising importance of saliva
Do you have a favorite food that makes your mouth water? The liquid that fills your mouth is called saliva. This remarkable fluid helps you digest food and stay healthy. Saliva, or spit, has … more
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In an upcoming complimentary Lunch & Learn event hosted by Foley Senior Center on Feb. 16, the public is invited to explore the crucial role our hands play in daily life and the potential impact of injuries or diseases affecting the bones, nerves, joints and muscles. Baldwin Bone & Joint's Dr. Allison Hunter will be leading the talk.
Extend a hand to your health with a Lunch & Learn in Foley on Feb. 16
As architects of our daily lives, our hands help define us. But when injury or disease disrupts their harmony, our well-being is at risk, sidelining life's quality. In an upcoming complimentary … more
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Dr. LaDonna Crews, associate professor of pediatrics and a pediatrician with USA Health Physicians Group, examines a patient Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019 in the pediatric clinic at the Strada Patient Care Center.
USA Health pediatrician honored with state advocacy award
LaDonna M. Crews, M.D., FAAP, a physician who specializes in complex care pediatrics at USA Health, has been a passionate advocate for her patients, dedicating her practice to creating a medical home … more
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A statewide pilot study aims to distribute bracelets to six facilities, targeting patients who have recently given birth, experienced severe maternal hypertension or preeclampsia or undergone a pregnancy/infant loss.
USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital sparks statewide pilot program for new moms
In May 2023, when news circulated about a postpartum bracelet initiative at USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital, healthcare professionals nationwide expressed interest in … more
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Texas Roadhouse restaurants, including Foley location, host fundraiser for American Tinnitus Association
In a gesture of support for the American Tinnitus Association (ATA), Texas Roadhouse and Bubba’s 33 locations, including the Texas Roadhouse restaurant in Foley, are organizing a fundraising … more
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Baptist Weight-Loss Center secures 2nd national accreditation
Baptist Weight-Loss Center has achieved national accreditation as a Comprehensive Center by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP®), a … more
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Suicide is a leading cause of death among U.S. children, teens and young adults ages 10-24, and rates have been on the rise. Research has shown there are protective factors that help reduce the risk of suicide, including ready access to health care. Maintaining close connections to family, friends and one’s community is also important.
Youth suicide prevention: Recognize the signs
Children and teens can be moody, but when signs of mental health troubles last for weeks, don’t assume it’s just a passing mood. Suicide is a leading cause of death among U.S. … more
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Alabama receives failing grades in "State of Tobacco Control" report
In the recently released American Lung Association's 22nd annual "State of Tobacco Control" report, According to a news release, Alabama finds itself trailing behind the nation in efforts to prevent … more
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Children’s & Women’s Hospital NICU parents receive one-of-a-kind holiday keepsakes
Staff members at USA Health's Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) dedicated time this month to craft holiday keepsakes for the parents of the smallest patients at Children’s & … more
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Infirmary Health welcomes Dr. Michael Hennigan to Coastal Medical Group
Michael Hennigan, M.D., a board-certified internal medicine physician and fellow of the American College of Endocrinology, has joined Coastal Medical Group (CMG). With over 30 years of clinical … more
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Medical Association of Alabama urges participation in Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Amid the escalating drug overdose crisis, physicians affiliated with the Medical Association of the State of Alabama are advocating for Alabamians to responsibly dispose of their expired, unused and … more
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The day holds special meaning for many of the brave children, their parents and caregivers, as it often marks the beginning of a new chapter in their lives. This year's ceremony allowed each patient an opportunity to ring a large bronze bell in the hospital's courtyard as they reunited with those who cared for them.
Young patients mark end of cancer treatment at bell ringing ceremony at USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital
More than a dozen pediatric patients from USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital took part in a bell ringing ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 20, to mark the end of their cancer treatment. The day … more
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Damar Hamlin partners with American Heart Association for PSA on heart health, safety
As professional football returns to stadiums across the country, Damar Hamlin is speaking out to encourage fans everywhere to be ready in a cardiac emergency. Hamlin, a professional football … more
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In the summer heat, know how to recognize – and prevent – heat stroke
The long, hot days of summer are here. While that can mean lots of fun in the sun for some, experts warn the extra warmth and exertion also carry the threat of heat-related illness, a problem … more
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