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Spending the holidays in the hospital is not easy for anyone, especially children. You can help make Halloween memorable for Children’s of Alabama patients by sending them a card. Through Oct. 30, you can send free greeting cards to children in the hospital. Visit give.childrensal.org/Halloween and select one of three card designs. [Read More]

The hustle and bustle of daily life and juggling a work-life balance spares little time for planning meals, causing people to spend excessively on take-out and fast-food options. University of Alabama at Birmingham employee wellness manager Emily Davidson provides tips on planning meals that can save time and money and help [Read More]

If you’re like me, one of the most important elements of every travel experience is food. Whether eating in an elegant restaurant or a simple café or sampling street food, meals are a sure way to connect with the local population. A flaky croissant, spicy bibimbap, or savory pad thai — all are both delicious [Read More]

WHO: Baptist Health Foundation Since 1967, the Baptist Health Foundation has operated as a faith-based 501(c)3 that positively impacts the lives of Baptist Health System’s affiliated hospitals’ patients, families, employees, and communities. Operating autonomously and independently from any hospital or healthcare organization, we serve as a healing Christian ministry, filling [Read More]

In 2021, the University of Alabama at Birmingham in collaboration with the Alabama Department of Public Health and Alabama State Department of Education launched COVID-19 Testing and Prevention in Alabama’s K-12 Schools program. The program, which was the largest single-funded grant in the history of the UAB  School of Public Health at $142 million, officially wrapped [Read More]

“Egghead! Egghead!” The whispered words hit the back of my head, neck, and ears like the snap of rubber bands on bare skin. I was 13 years old, at a new middle school, and the only girl in the all-boys study hall. I stared down at my textbook and notebook [Read More]

A typical summer for four young friends becomes the adventure of a lifetime when they notice that something is amiss at their favorite swimming spot as their friends and family begin falling ill.  When they discover that the local factory is dumping harmful chemicals into the town’s water, they must [Read More]

CPR is one of the most recognizable initialisms in health care. It is a first aid skill that saves numerous lives every year. There is another acronym, however, that can also save lives, not from heart attacks or strokes, but from suicide. Mental health advocates created QPR — question, persuade and [Read More]

1. What is LifeWise Academy? LifeWise Academy provides Bible education for public school students during school hours. It is what’s known as a ‘Release Time Religious Instruction’ program. Very few people realize that in 1952, the Supreme Court ruled that public school students can receive religious instruction during school hours, [Read More]

  Welcome to the world of Travel Mobility Scooters for Family Vacation. These life-changing gadgets offer a new way to explore without strain. Imagine cruising through city streets or along coastal paths with ease, leaving behind only smiles and unforgettable memories. We’re diving into everything from choosing the right scooter [Read More]