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An estimated 70% of oropharyngeal cancers are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), but there is a safe and effective vaccine to prevent against HPV infection.
“These additions to our team will allow us to treat patients in a timely manner with the best tools and expertise,” said Nasser Lakkis, M.Sc.-M.D., FACC.
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An estimated 70% of oropharyngeal cancers are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), but there is a safe and effective vaccine to prevent against HPV infection.
“We hope that others will be inspired by their work,” said Daryn Glassbrook, Ph.D., executive director of the Mobile Medical Museum, which presents the awards.
The team’s research was published in Molecular Cancer Research, a journal that features articles describing novel basic cancer research discoveries.
An estimated 5% of colorectal cancer cases can be linked to Lynch syndrome. The syndrome also increases the risk for endometrial, stomach, liver, kidney, and brain cancers.
Open to the public, the second of a series of medical town halls will be this Thursday, March 28, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the William “Bill” Clark Center in Prichard.
These award-winning physicians have additional qualifications, including research and academic contributions, volunteer work within healthcare, and training at top institutions.
Proceeds from the annual event benefit research and critical clinical needs at USA Health University Hospital, Children’s & Women’s Hospital, the Mitchell Cancer Institute, Providence Hospital, and the Physician Enterprise.
Members of the Class of 2024 opened their envelopes, announced their matches, and pinned their residency locations on a map at Match Day this past Friday.
Featuring special events and showcasing living sculptures, the award-winning Festival of Flowers celebrated 31 years in Mobile this March with four days of events and floral displays created by acclaimed florists, artists, garden designers, and students.
Proceeds help south Alabama kidney patients in need through the Alabama Kidney Foundation’s Financial Assistance Program.
Once Upon a Room was created to enrich the lives of hospitalized infants, children and teens who are battling serious illnesses. The program provides personalized hospital room makeovers, among other projects.
Antwan Hogue, M.D., and Ardie Pack-Mabien, Ph.D., FNP-BC, who have served in interim positions, were named to permanent leadership roles.