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…
Cancer, the disease that claims the lives of over 600,000 Americans every year, begins when cells in the body begin growing out of control. Almost any part of the body can fall victim to its cells becoming cancer, and…
In the excitement of the New Year, it can be easy to get roped in to creating New Year’s Resolutions that may be overwhelming to achieve. This year, I want to get in shape, or I want to eat…
5 Tips for Safely Easing into Exercise 1. Start With a Coach If you have a gym membership, but don’t know where to start, invest in a qualified personal trainer. Although you’ll spend a little more money upfront, he…
The holidays are fast approaching, as well as cold and flu season. While we all like to focus on giving this time of year, there’s one item that is not on anyone’s wish list - germs! Between visiting…