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What to know about Coronavirus Outbreak

On Dec. 31, 2019, an outbreak of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) was first reported from Wuhan, China. Since then, the World Health Organization (WHO), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and just about every major news outlet has kept…

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The facts on Tommy John surgery

  While ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction is the procedure’s medical name, many sports enthusiasts refer to the procedure as Tommy John surgery. The procedure gets its name froma Los Angeles Dodger starting pitcher who blew out his elbow in…

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Scale Back with UAB Medical West Hospital!!

  UAB Medical West is once again proud to be an official Weigh-In Site for Scale Back Alabama. Starting the week of January 20th, local residents are invited to sign up for a statewide weight loss contest called “Scale Back…

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5 ways to kickstart weight loss

While losing weight is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions, statistics reveal that many people give up before the end of January. Why? Because many people set their weight loss expectations too high, expect results too soon, or…

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How to manage and reduce stress

  Everyone experiences stress from time to time. While a little stress is okay and can be beneficial, too much stress can wear you down physically and mentally. In recent years, stress is becoming increasingly widespread. In fact, Americans are…

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I had a heart attack. Should I do cardiac rehab therapy?

  For those who have experienced severe heart conditions, recovery is a journey. If you have encountered heart problems, participating in a cardiac rehabilitation (rehab) program is the next step in pursuing heart health.  People of all ages can benefit…

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