2016 Article Archives

New UAB Callahan Dry Eye Clinic

Jan 12, 2016 at 12:42 pm by steve

Dry eye is one of the most common reasons that Americans visit an eye doctor. The pain and severe discomfort caused by dry eye disease can affect quality of life significantly.... Read More

With Vaccines for HPV Cancers, Why are so few Alabama Children Protected?

Jan 12, 2016 at 12:42 pm by steve

So why is it that only 30 percent of girls and 9 percent of boys in this state are being protected with the vaccines we do have that could keep them from getting 90 percent of.... Read More

Malone Has Home Team Advantage in Radiology

Jan 12, 2016 at 12:42 pm by steve

It’s an unusual analogy to be sure, but if anyone can equate strategic football plays with complex radiology diagnostics, Alfred (Shawn) Malone, MD, is the man to do it..... Read More

Investigating the Eye’s Role in Concussions

Jan 12, 2016 at 12:42 pm by steve

In recent years, much attention has been given to new ways of testing for concussion injuries. However, diagnosis and monitoring of these mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI).... Read More

Night Vision Problems Linked to Macular Degeneration in Older Adults

Jan 12, 2016 at 12:42 pm by steve

For over 20 years, researchers in the UAB Department of Ophthalmology have focused on the impact of aging on vision. This year, their collaborative efforts have identified a f.... Read More

March 2024

Mar 20, 2024 at 11:19 am by kbarrettalley

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