Alabama

• HuntsvilleHealth & WellnessSep 24

  Huntsville Woman Uses Rare Disease Diagnosis for Healthcare Advocacy

  Swapna Kakani, diagnosed with short bowel syndrome shortly after birth, is now advocating for the rare disease community. She founded Alabama Rare and helped launch The Gutsy Perspective to give patients a voice in their healthcare research and delivery.

• HuntsvilleHealth & WellnessSep 24

  Huntsville Hospital Health Security Team Wins Top National Award

  Huntsville Hospital Health's security team received the top prize at the U.S. Outstanding Security Performance Awards for 2026. The team was one of eight national finalists, and leaders noted a nearly 30% decrease in workplace violence over recent years. The department now advances to the Global OSPAs event.

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