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A primary care clinician uses an otoscope to examine a patient’s ear during a routine checkup in a UAB St. Vincent’s exam room. The patient sits calmly while the clinician performs the ear exam, with medical equipment visible in the background.
December 1, 2025

Seeing a primary care doctor is the key to long-term health

Primary care providers play a vital role in preventive health care, screenings, and chronic condition management. Learn how a PCP supports long-term wellness, coordinates specialty care, and builds trusted relationships at UAB St. Vincent’s.
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A close-up image of two individuals embracing in a supportive hug, symbolizing compassion, connection and emotional support during times of grief.
November 26, 2025

Coping with grief during the holidays

Grief can feel heavier during the holiday season, and many individuals experience renewed sadness, stress and emotional fatigue. A UAB expert shares evidence-based strategies for coping with loss, recognizing complicated grief and finding meaningful ways to honor loved ones.
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Happy senior grandparents talking to their family while preparing food for Thanksgiving meal in the kitchen.
November 19, 2025

Why Sharing Family Medical History Is Important

UAB genetics expert encourages families to use holiday gatherings as a time to share medical history. These conversations help identify health risks, support preventive care, and promote informed decisions for the future.
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Headshot of Dr. Hirenkumar Jani, MD (Internal Medicine - UAB St. Vincent's Primary Care, Chilton), October 2025.
November 12, 2025

New primary care clinic in Clanton

UAB Medicine St. Vincent’s has opened a new primary care clinic in Clanton, led by Hirenkumar Jani, M.D. The clinic provides complete, personalized care for adults with a focus on prevention and chronic condition management.
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A caregiver gently wraps a blanket around an older adult sitting by a sunny window, symbolizing compassionate senior care and caregiver support at home.
November 11, 2025

Tips for supporting senior adults

Caregivers play a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of older adults. Learn UAB expert insights and practical tips for at-home senior care, along with UAB resources designed to help caregivers and their loved ones thrive.
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Fresh pumpkin cut into slices and cubes on a wooden cutting board with a knife and bowl of seeds, illustrating healthy cooking and nutrition benefits of pumpkin.
November 10, 2025

The health benefits of adding pumpkin to your diet

Pumpkins offer more than seasonal flavor. Experts at the University of Alabama at Birmingham share how pumpkin’s vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber support immune, skin and heart health, and creative ways to add it to meals.
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Person outdoors in winter clothing sneezing into a tissue, illustrating cold and flu season and the importance of protecting immune health.
November 7, 2025

Four tips to fight illness this cold and flu season

As cold and flu season approaches, protecting the immune system is essential for maintaining good health. UAB experts explain how to strengthen the immune system naturally through a balanced diet, regular exercise, proper sleep, and good hygiene.
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A nurse in blue scrubs sits on a couch and talks with a middle-aged man, showing him a medical device.
November 1, 2025

Diabetes education and support at UAB St. Vincent’s

UAB St. Vincent’s provides diabetes education and wellness programs to help patients manage high blood sugar and live healthier lives. The ADA-recognized Outpatient Diabetes Education Center offers expert support, exercise programs, and community outreach across central Alabama, empowering patients to take charge of their health.
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Children dressed in bright Halloween costumes run outside a house with festive decorations, highlighting the importance of visibility and safety while trick-or-treating.
October 24, 2025

Tips to prevent traumatic brain injuries this Halloween

Halloween fun can quickly turn dangerous without proper safety precautions. UAB Medicine’s Dr. Nicole Bentley explains how families can prevent traumatic brain injuries by following key safety tips. From visibility to supervision, these steps help ensure trick-or-treaters enjoy a safe and healthy Halloween.
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UAB St. Vincent’s Chilton Wound Center care team stands outside the hospital in Clanton, Alabama, holding an Excellence in Patient Satisfaction Award from RestorixHealth, recognizing superior wound care and patient experience.
October 22, 2025

UAB St. Vincent’s Chilton Wound Center receives Excellence in Patient Satisfaction Award

UAB St. Vincent’s Chilton Wound Center has received RestorixHealth’s Excellence in Patient Satisfaction Award, recognizing exceptional care, compassion, and healing outcomes. The Clanton-based team continues to deliver high-quality wound treatment focused on restoring health and improving patients’ quality of life.
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