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There is no one-size-fits-all solution to weight loss, because each of our bodies is unique and functions differently. However, here are a few ineffective habits and mindsets to avoid if you’re trying to lose weight: http://fal.cn/yjXc pic.twitter.com/k17eeMeYW5

Constraint-Induced Movement therapy— a behavioral approach to the #rehabilitation of movement and speech after brain injury developed at UAB—has been translated to an at home therapy #videogame trial, that benefits #stroke patients: http://fal.cn/y1FK pic.twitter.com/9PhBmv8NtF

Save the Date: New Developments in #Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis with #CME lectures presented by both UAB #Dermatology and #Rheumatology faculty. For more information and to register for this event, visit: http://fal.cn/y1Ec  rheumatology/pa-2018pic.twitter.com/1fp9SogV3f

Did you know that we have a farm stand or #FarmersMarket at the hospital? Support local #farmers and at the same time, get some delicious #fruits and #veggies! See the schedule below. #supportlocal #freshproducepic.twitter.com/kCdCIIHDwK

Obstructive sleep apnea affects as many as one-third of Americans. It increases the chances of developing a wide range of health problems. Click the image to learn more about these. If this describes you, ask your physician for a referral to the UAB Sleep/Wake Disorders Center.pic.twitter.com/zVBd462TIa

Carrie Lenneman, MD, an associate professor of Cardiovascular Disease, received funding from the UAB Faculty Development Grant Program. Her grant is titled, “Characterizing the Cardiac Effects of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors.” Learn more: http://fal.cn/ybev pic.twitter.com/JshYaouuCS

Carlo Contreras, M.D., assistant professor in the Division of Surgical Oncology & associate scientist with the UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center developed a minimally invasive approach that shortens stays for #melanoma patients. Read about Lisa's story: http://fal.cn/ybaQ pic.twitter.com/R7GoNEouWW

After 8 years with no answers about a lump under Valerie Powell's jaw, "to say she believes all things work together for good is an understatement." Find out how her new career move saved her life: http://fal.cn/yb6I pic.twitter.com/TcMMG8aYrO

Only around 3% of the U.S. population donates blood. Help us grow that number and #donateblood today to help save a life in need. http://fal.cn/yb62 pic.twitter.com/vcGFHxdoFR

Researchers found that classifying heart failure patients based on the oxidant vs. antioxidant levels in the blood may serve as a predictive tool for guiding personalized antioxidant therapies. Read more on how this can lead to improved care: http://fal.cn/yWFn pic.twitter.com/XpUdG7iT9s

New app designed by a multidisciplinary team including Marisa B. Marques, M.D., professor at the UAB Department of Pathology in the Division of Lab Medicine, aims to guide the user in lab testing & the administration of #anticoagulant drugs. Find out more: http://fal.cn/yWAZ pic.twitter.com/enDOZmNsSc

Ganesh Halade, Ph.D., assistant professor in the UAB Department of Medicine, conducted research that shows how the #spleen’s immune response plays a leading role in the #cardiac #healing after a #heartattack. Learn more from a Q & A done with Dr. Halade: http://fal.cn/yGNx pic.twitter.com/mn0NT90yfh

An influential federal panel is recommending Doctors shouldn’t routinely perform #electrocardiograms on patients at low-risk for #heart disease. Dr. Seth Landefeld, Chairman of the Dept. of Medicine at UAB, is a part of the committee. Read what he says: http://fal.cn/yGB9 pic.twitter.com/jbhYPSAR5U

Jodie Dionne-Odom, M.D., assistant professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases & chief of Women’s Health Services at UAB’s 1917 Clinic, awarded K23 grant to study malaria prevention in pregnant women in Cameroon: http://fal.cn/yULX pic.twitter.com/L7D0bcswe3

More patients are seeing Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in health care settings, learn why they might see one instead of, or in addition to, seeing their doctor for certain hospital or clinic visits: http://fal.cn/yUSz pic.twitter.com/p4NewGi0Yl

UAB #HouseCalls program consists of an #interdisciplinary team that travels to the homes of patients who cannot travel to their doctor’s office for appointments. Read about the impact this program has had on the 74-year-old patient Jo Smith and her family: http://fal.cn/y-Ci pic.twitter.com/PYqJdCJ9B4