Playing Outdoors Can Help Prevent Myopia Development in Children

Jan 23, 2018 at 03:23 pm by steve

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is becoming a worldwide public health crisis. In the United States, about one-third of the population has myopia and the prevalence is increasing..... Read More

Legendary Coach Shapes Physician's Outlook on Life

Jan 23, 2018 at 03:21 pm by steve

For expectant parents, Malcolm Simmons, MD is their MVP. After all, they've selected the Shelby Medical Center OB-GYN to be their baby's first contact with the world. For icon.... Read More

Improved Sightlines

Jan 23, 2018 at 03:13 pm by steve

FDA Approves Novel Gene Therapy In mid-December, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration announced approval of Luxturna (voretigene neparvovec-rzyl), the first directly admin.... Read More

DOJ's New Approach to Frivolous Qui Tam Actions

Jan 23, 2018 at 03:09 pm by steve

The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently made a surprising announcement that it may begin seeking dismissal of meritless qui tam cases brought under the False Claims Act. The.... Read More

Cell Senesence

Jan 23, 2018 at 03:05 pm by steve

Is a natural defense against cancer in youth killing us with age? "Nature was good at selecting for traits that helped us survive from infancy to reproductive age. After that,.... Read More
November cover of Birmingham Medical News

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The November 2025 Issue of Birmingham Medical News is here!
November cover of Birmingham Medical News

November 2025

Dec 01, 2025 at 03:31 pm by kbarrettalley

The November 2025 Issue of Birmingham Medical News is here!