With children heading back to school, many young athletes will begin spending their afternoons at practices in preparation for fall sports. It is estimated that between 13 percent and 39 percent of children’s dental injuries [Read More]
Half of pregnancy-related deaths in Alabama occur in the first six weeks postpartum. Studies show early recognition and treatment of post-birth complications can prevent many of these deaths. The Alabama Perinatal Quality Collaborative, housed in the University [Read More]
This September, in recognition of Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, the Laura Crandall Brown Foundation (LCBF) will announce its 12th annual A State of Teal Awareness Campaign and host its 15th annual Head Over Teal 5K/10K. LCBF’s A State of Teal Awareness [Read More]
Pools, barbeques, lake days and beach weekends — it is the soundtrack of summer. While swimming is a great way to stay cool in the sweltering heat, the continuous introduction of water to ears can [Read More]
New research from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Education and Human Sciences shows that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and acute stress disorder (ASD) diagnoses have risen significantly in American college students since 2017. Published in [Read More]
From healing cuts to easing cold symptoms, did you know honey has many benefits for children ages two and older? But when choosing this must-have pantry staple, parents should be sure to select raw and [Read More]
From newborns to college, you can help protect your children from 16 serious diseases by getting them vaccinated. Make sure your kids get any needed vaccines before the back-to-school rush! Schedule an appointment with your [Read More]
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Family and Community Medicine is partnering with the UAB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology to provide prenatal services at the Family and Community Medicine Clinic at UAB Hospital-Highlands. The new service allows low-risk pregnant patients [Read More]
Over the past decade, the University of Alabama at Birmingham has become a national leader in clinical trials — studies examining the use of new treatments in people. Every drug, device and other therapy that reaches patients [Read More]
Health experts are warning parents to make sure their children are vaccinated against measles. This comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that as of March 28, 2024, a total of 97 [Read More]
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