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Angela Boyd, RN stands at UAB St. Vincent's East with her DAISY Award
February 23, 2026

DAISY winner: Angela Boyd, RN

Angela Boyd, RN, received the DAISY Award at UAB St. Vincent’s East for delivering compassionate, patient-centered nursing care.
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Top view of a heart shaped plate surrounded by a knife and a fork and some healthy food such as a salmon fillet, broccoli, oat flakes, chia and flax seeds, cherry tomatoes, carrots, almond, avocado, spinach and olive oil. All the objects are on a rustic wooden table.
February 21, 2026

How your diet can support heart health

A heart-healthy diet can lower cholesterol and blood pressure while reducing inflammation. UAB St. Vincent’s nutrition experts share practical tips, key nutrients, and simple meal ideas to support long-term cardiovascular health.
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Robin Wadsworth sitting with her team at UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham
February 17, 2026

UAB St. Vincent’s employee makes a comeback after heart attack

After suffering a sudden heart attack in the hospital parking deck, a longtime UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham employee received lifesaving emergency care, cardiac stents, ICU treatment, and rehabilitation before returning to work one year later.
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February 13, 2026

UAB St. Vincent’s St. Clair honored as a top-recommended hospital

UAB St. Vincent’s St. Clair was recognized as a top-recommended hospital in Alabama, earning a five-star CMS rating based on 2024 HCAHPS patient experience survey results.
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Closeup of man hand pouring antibiotic medicine capsules from a pill bottle into hand.
February 6, 2026

What to know about gut health and antibiotics

Antibiotics can affect the gut microbiome, but most changes are temporary. A UAB St. Vincent’s gastroenterologist explains how fiber, probiotics, and lifestyle habits support gut health recovery.
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Snowboarder sliding down a snowy slope
February 3, 2026

What to know about ACL tears

A sports medicine surgeon explains what a ACL tear is, how it’s diagnosed, treatment options, recovery, and return-to-play timelines.
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Health care provider speaking with a middle-aged woman during a medical visit, discussing perimenopause symptoms and women’s health care in a clinical exam room.
January 26, 2026

What to know about perimenopause

Perimenopause is a natural stage of aging that can bring physical and emotional changes. A UAB expert shares guidance to help women and their partners understand symptoms, manage discomfort and support overall well-being.
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January 20, 2026

UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham certified as Primary Stroke Center

UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham has earned designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission, marking a major milestone in expanding specialized stroke care across Alabama.
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Runner stretching ankles after working out
January 13, 2026

What to know about Achilles tendon tears

A foot and ankle surgeon explains what a Achilles tendon tear is, how it’s diagnosed, treatment options, recovery, and return-to-play timelines.
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Dr. Brian Flanagan stands with UAB St. Vincent's East's new bronchoscopy robotic technology.
January 13, 2026

Advanced bronchoscopy technology comes to UAB St. Vincent’s East

UAB St. Vincent’s East has introduced new robotic bronchoscopy technology to support earlier, more accurate detection of lung cancer. The minimally invasive approach allows physicians to safely reach and biopsy small lung nodules that were previously difficult to access.
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