Blogs, News, Physician Spotlights, & More in Birmingham, AL
Pink October: Breast Cancer Awareness & Women’s Health
October is breast cancer awareness month. Approximately 1 in 8 women will develop this type…
Fall Fitness – Stay Active All Season Long
Exercise provides a variety of benefits, including the opportunity to get outside and get fresh…
The Best Foods for Your Immune System This Flu Season
You know that a healthy diet provides a variety of benefits. Did you know a…
The Benefits of Mindfulness for Your Health
You know that managing stress can benefit your health. One way to do this is…
Orthopedic Health Tips for The New School Year
With the first school day quickly approaching, you may be thinking more about your child’s…
The Best Fruits & Vegetables for Gut Health
You know there are many benefits that a healthy diet can provide. Did you know…
Navigating Seasonal Allergies: Tips for the Family
Allergies are a common concern for families, often causing discomfort and disruption to daily life.…
Family Medicine in the Heat: Tips for a Healthy Summer
Now that summer is here, you may wonder how to stay healthy while making the…
Heat Stroke vs. Heat Exhaustion
Birmingham's summers can be sweltering, with temperatures averaging around 90 degrees Fahrenheit. As you prepare…
What Is Sleep Apnea? Your Common Questions Answered
It’s estimated that upwards of 18 million Americans have sleep apnea. And many people don’t…
Top 8 Healthy New Year’s Resolutions for 2024
As the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve, many of us embark on a…
5 Signs of Secondary Drowning You Need to Know
In Birmingham, AL, summer temperatures can average 90 degrees and higher. In order to beat…
Schools in Session: Why Ear Checks Are So Important
It’s estimated that two to three out of every 1,000 children experience a detectable level…
Orthopedic Doctor: Service Spotlight at UAB Medical West
Remember all those years of snowboarding and water skiing? How about those summers you played…
Orthopedic Doctor: Service Spotlight at UAB Medical West
Remember all those years of snowboarding and water skiing? How about those summers you played…
The Importance of Back-to-School Checkups
Congratulations! You’re halfway through summer with the kiddos. If you’re starting to dread the never-ending…
Heat Stroke vs. Heat Exhaustion
Birmingham's summers can be sweltering, with temperatures averaging around 90 degrees Fahrenheit. As you prepare…
Mental Health Awareness Month: Geriatric Psychiatry
It’s estimated that one in every nine people ages 65 and older have Alzheimer’s. And…
More Than Just Medical Care: Service Spotlight
Since 1964, UAB Medical West has proudly served the communities of West Jefferson County and the surrounding…
Irritable Bowel Awareness Month: Signs, Symptoms, & Treatment
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects up to 15% of people in the United States. Pelvic pain, gas,…
More Than Just Medical Care: Service Spotlight
Since 1964, UAB Medical West has proudly served the communities of West Jefferson County and…
