Health care — Page 8

Cullman Regional expands; now a 175-bed hospital

CULLMAN – To meet ever increasing medical needs of a growing population, Cullman Regional hospital has continued to expand and renovate its facilities and services. The former 145-bed hospital is now […]

MONTGOMERY — A pair of North Alabama lawmakers have stepped up with legislation in response to last week’s Alabama Supreme Court decision that basically declared embryos as children. House Minority […]

HUNTSVILLE — A Huntsville reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist has advice for families that are going through or planning to go through in vetro fertilization: “Please don’t panic.” The Alabama […]

CULLMAN – A bow and arrow can’t eradicate breast cancer no matter the skill of the person drawing the string, but archers can nonetheless aid in the fight against the […]

HUNTSVILLE – As the city moves into a Golden Age of caregiving, the latest addition to the Huntsville Hospital System is nothing less than a cover model of sorts. Blond […]

FORT PAYNE – The state continues to push expansion of broadband accessibility, bridging the digital divide that splits Alabama. The movement continued Friday when Gov. Kay Ivey visited DeKalb Regional […]

HUNTSVILLE — Don’t be a joker, just take the money and run to the Orion Amphitheater for a benefit concert that will keep on rock’n you. You won’t need to […]

MONTGOMERY – Registered nurses, retail sales, supervisors of retail sales workers, fast food and counter workers, sales reps, and wholesale and manufacturing jobs were among the most advertised positions online […]

Clearview Cancer Institute partners with OneOncology

HUNTSVILLE — In a move that is to “enhance the delivery of cancer services to Alabama communities,” Clearview Cancer Institute and OneOncology have formed a partnership, it was announced today. […]

Breathe and Brew: New year brings new brand of allergy relief

FLORENCE – Open your sinuses and breathe in the comforting aroma of coffee – all in the same place. The ENT Center of Northwest Alabama is scheduled to open its […]

FORT PAYNE – Huntsville Hospital Health System continues to broaden its footprint in the Tennessee Valley area, this time reaching into DeKalb County to add to its growing network with […]

'Tiny' idea makes big impact on UNA nursing

FLORENCE — In the Anderson College of Nursing and Health Professions at the University of North Alabama, Dr. Melissa DeFoor and Dr. Ann-Marie Irons had an idea that would improve […]

HUNTSVILLE — Hit me with your best shot, or no? The debate over whether or not to received vaccines is one that will never be won. But for the Center […]

Ring in the new year in Athens at the Starlight Ball

ATHENS – A limited number of tickets are available for the most popular event in Athens this New Year’s Eve. The second annual Athens-Limestone Hospital Foundation Starlight Ball presented by […]

BIRMINGHAM – HudsonAlpha Institute of Biotechnology researcher Dr. Sara Cooper was among the recipients of part of a $1,250,000 grant to advance cancer research in Alabama. Cooper, who looks at […]

AUBURN — For most academic scientists conducting biomedical research, the possibility of advancing a new medicine to the clinic is, at best, an aspiration. Despite the odds, Gary Piazza and his […]

SHEFFIELD — Ever wondered how robotic surgery works? How do surgeons control the machine? What makes it a better procedure? Well, now is your chance to get hands-on experience. Helen […]

HUNTSVILLE – The Huntsville Hospital Diabetes Control Center has five tips for those working to manage their diabetes over the holidays.   According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]

Breathe and Brew: Treat your allergies while treating yourself

FLORENCE – How about an espresso shot to go with that allergy shot? The healthcare landscape in Florence is about to experience a breath of fresh air, as Breathe and […]

Huntsville Hospital hosting lung cancer screening

HUNTSVILLE — Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., killing an estimated 127,000 Americans each year. But fewer than 1 in 10 eligible individuals are […]

HUNTSVILLE – Planned renovations to Huntsville Hospital’s main entrance will temporarily change how patients enter and exit the facility.  The renovations are expected to take about three months.  Beginning today, […]

HEMSI to join Huntsville Hospital Health System

HUNTSVILLE — In a move that is expect to improve rural ambulance service in North Alabama, the board of directors of Huntsville Emergency Medical Services Inc. (HEMSI) has approved an […]

HUNTSVILLE – As Breast Cancer Awareness Month winds down, Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children Breast Center has launched a more calming experience to help ease patients’ stress and fear. […]

AUBURN — In a state as dynamic and diverse as Alabama, access to timely, reliable information is critical. For more than 100 years, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System has been a trusted […]