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  Spring is now (officially) here, and that’s not the only season that’s started… Welcome to Allergy Season. The good news? You’re not alone. The bad news? If you have seasonal allergies, you still have them, no matter how many…

It may sound funny, but one of the best things you can do for better health… close your eyes. And sleep. However, did you know that more than 50 million Americans report they are not getting enough rest? A lack…

We are on them all the time, it seems. And with all that time and pressure - your feet can hurt. As inconvenient and irritating as it can be, know that you are not alone. The American Pediatric Medical Association…

Did you know that more than 28 million (!) Americans develop some kind of musculoskeletal problem each year? Whether it’s from work, exercise, fun, or just an accident - lifting that box the wrong way - from time to time,…

UAB Medical West’s Diabetic Education Meeting in September will feature special guest speaker, Kelly Garner from Birmingham. The meeting will be held on Thursday, September 24th at 6 p.m. at UAB Medical West Hospital - Civic Room located on Level…

In those busy last weeks of summer before the first day of school, pediatricians say there’s more to getting your child healthy and ready for school than just filling out medical forms and scheduling booster shots. To give your children…

School is out and it’s officially SUMMERTIME! Bring on the fun in the sun but let’s make sure to remain SAFE while doing so. Summertime means more time outside whether it is relaxing at the beach or lake or simply…

      Every year Americans will make New Years Resolutions to better themselves. Did you know that by June, only 46% are still going strong? This year, try choosing one main lifestyle change you’d like to see a difference…

  Coffee lovers rejoice! A recent article published for World Diabetes Day, which was November 14, gives coffee drinkers a good reason to brew another pot.    According to the report from the Institute for Scientific Information on Coffee (ISIC),…

Once a year the Thanksgiving holiday is time spent with family and eating a large meal. After stuffing yourself much like a turkey at the center of this holiday, you notice yourself feeling extra sleepy. Most people have heard at…