When looking for a primary care physician, you may wonder what the difference is between Family Medicine and Internal Medicine, the two categories of primary care. While both provide primary care, there is a difference between the two specialties.…
Heart attacks can be a looming danger for many and for good reason, as it is estimated that an American has a heart attack every 40 seconds. Tens of thousands survive heart attacks every year due to preparedness and…
Much of our actions, thoughts, reactions and pain can be traced back to a complicated physical makeup in our body called the nervous system. This system can be hard to understand but is important to care for, as it is…
Are you tired of feeling tired after a night’s sleep? Perhaps you didn’t get as good of a night’s sleep as you thought. Our team at UAB Medical West wants to help you get to the root of…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death among both men and women in the United States. During American Heart Month, our team at UAB Medical West wants…
Injuries are something no athlete wants to face. Yet, orthopedic injuries happen more than anyone would like to admit. In fact, more than 3.5 million injuries among high school athletes occur each year. Fortunately, an orthopedic injury, while it might…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 130 people living in the United States died due to an opioid overdose. Currently, the United States is in the midst of an opioid crisis, leaving many medical professionals…
Although the thyroid is small, it plays a mighty role in your health. While your thyroid might only be a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your neck, it can surely make its presence known when it…
When a headache strikes, it can strike hard, taking us down for the count and causing us to miss important events. At one time or another, we have all had a headache come on, causing us to need…
Some decisions are straightforward: If your car needs repairs, you go to the mechanic. If you need a haircut, you go to a hair salon. But when it comes to healthcare, the choice is not always so clear. When…