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Health Care News Archive
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Providence Acquisition Announced
USA seeks to expand access to academic-based healthcare along the upper Gulf Coast. ...
April 18, 2023 -
Walk to Wellness: USA Launches Walk Week 2022
Three Trek Talks will feature President Jo Bonner. ...
October 21, 2022 -
Big City Beginning
Mi'Asia Barclay, who earned bachelor's and master's degrees at South, begins her health administration career in Atlanta at the Morehouse School of Medicine. #MyFirstJob ...
June 21, 2022 -
Career-Beginning Injury
Dislocating his elbow during a high school baseball game leads Jay Copeland to physical therapy training at South and a job in Birmingham. #MyFirstJob ...
June 13, 2022 -
Rodeo Nurse
Wenda Johnson, who earned her master's and doctorate in nursing at South, combines a career in medicine with rodeo success in World Championship Barrel Racing. ...
April 11, 2022 -
$60 Million Earmarked for College of Medicine Building
The appropriation from U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby will help fund construction, which will include a new addition and an extensive renovation of the 1974 existing structure. ...
March 14, 2022 -
Poverty and Public Health
At the USA Center for Healthy Communities, Dr. Martha Arrieta has spent nearly 20 years working to reduce health disparities in poor and underserved neighborhoods of Mobile. ...
March 3, 2022 -
Satsuma Grad Awarded Trustees Scholarship
Connor Holm, a member of South's Honors College, shifts into college life with plans to do research, study medicine and enjoy his 6-speed hatchback. ...
September 9, 2021 -
South, MGCCC Collaborate on Nursing Program
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College nursing students can get a jump start on earning their bachelor's degree, saving both time and money. ...
July 23, 2021 -
'A Flamethrower of Chemicals'
Vaping remains popular among those seeking to quit tobacco smoking and young people enticed by flavors from watermelon to creme brulee. Dr. Natalie Gassman's research suggests dangers that are decidedly less sweet. ...
April 26, 2021 -
Deep Learning Opens New Possibilities in Parkinson's Treatment
Computer-assisted analysis focusing on brain waves could help physicians detect and manage cognitive impairment in the early stages of the disease. ...
March 26, 2021 -
Ambassadors Bring Positive Energy, Critical Message
The South Strong Ambassadors are using peer encouragement, social media and Jag swag in promoting COVID-19 practices to keep people safe as the University plans to return to normal operations. ...
March 1, 2021 -
Heslin Named Director of USA Mitchell Cancer Institute
Heslin leaves the O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB to take over the reins at the USA Mitchell Cancer Institute. ...
January 1, 2021 -
Mapps Offer Direction to Success
Louis and Melinda Mapp believe quality healthcare is critical for progress. They fuel its advancement through humble philanthropy. ...
December 29, 2020 -
USA Health Celebrates West Mobile E.D.
The freestanding emergency department adjacent to campus will provide advanced care and training for healthcare providers. ...
October 14, 2020 -
Freshman Enjoys USA Homecoming
#FreshmanFocus: For Kaitlyn Reynolds, who kicked field goals in Orlando, Fla., coming to South is a family tradition. ...
September 8, 2020 -
Hitting the Ground Running - Serena Thidasongsavanh
#MyFirstJob: Comfortable shoes and a fast pace keep Serena Thidasongsavanh on her toes as a hospital emergency room nurse. ...
July 28, 2020 -
USA Health Baldwin Campus Planned
Louis and Melinda Mapp intend to donate eight acres for the campus, which would include primary and specialty care. ...
July 28, 2020 -
Emergency Department Planned for West Mobile
USA Health is building a free-standing emergency department at Hillcrest and Old Shell roads. ...
May 19, 2020 -
Airbus, South Team Up on Medical Masks
Airbus, working with the University and USA Health, has put its 3D printers to work manufacturing masks for hospitals and clinics. ...
April 20, 2020 -
Tips for Coping with COVID-19 Anxiety
USA's Dr. Kimberly Zlomke discusses how to care for yourself, and talk to your children. 'Anxiety is a common emotion,' says Zlomke. ...
April 10, 2020 -
USA Giving Day Raises $534,671
More than 1,700 donors supported scholarships, research, athletics and USA Health programs during the third annual USA Giving Day. ...
February 19, 2020 -
Simulated Conditions, Real Results
USA healthcare students begin training in the newly opened Simulation Building using high-tech, low-stress manikins. ...
February 14, 2020 -
South Teams Up With Yale on Mosquitoes
The ultimate goal of the West Nile 4K Project and research at USA is to develop life-saving vaccines and therapeutics. ...
December 9, 2019 -
Taking On One of Life's Interrupters
At South, an emerging leader in dysphagia research is investigating treatments for people who have difficulty swallowing. ...
December 9, 2019