Pediatrics

Pediatrics

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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Directional sign at UAB St. Vincent’s East in Birmingham, Alabama, showing entrances for the Emergency Department, Cancer Center, and Outpatient Services at UAB Medicine’s East campus.
October 8, 2025

New clinics offer expanded care for patients

UAB Medicine continues to expand access to high-quality, patient-centered care across Alabama with the launch of new clinical services in family medicine, behavioral health, Mohs surgery, and epilepsy care. These new offerings strengthen UAB’s statewide presence and commitment to advancing health care for all Alabamians.
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A newborn baby sleeps safely on its back in a caregiver’s arms, wrapped in a floral blanket and wearing a white cap, demonstrating safe sleep practices recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
October 6, 2025

Tips for practicing safe sleep for infants

UAB St. Vincent's Maternity Support Center shares guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on how to best create a safe sleep environment for babies.
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Mother walking her young daughter with a yellow backpack to school, holding hands on a sidewalk, symbolizing back-to-school season and family health.
August 21, 2025

Keeping the family healthy through back-to-school season

Back-to-school season often brings excitement, but also an increase in colds, flu, and other illnesses. Learn practical ways to reduce germs at home, in classrooms, and in the workplace to keep kids, parents, and teachers healthy this school year.
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August 5, 2025

Packing school lunches: what experts want you to know

Packing healthy school lunches and snacks can be easier than you think. Experts share tips to keep kids involved, make food fun, and promote safe, nutritious habits.
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July 15, 2025

Back-to-school appointments: a guide to routine exams

Get organized for the school year with this easy-to-follow checklist of recommended medical appointments for kids, teens, men, and women. Plan ahead and take the stress out of doctor visits.
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July 3, 2025

Developing heart-healthy habits for children

Expert tips from UAB and Children’s of Alabama on guiding kids toward heart-healthy habits such as healthy eating, daily activity, adequate sleep, and positive role modeling to reduce long-term cardiovascular risk.
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Lisa Costa hugs Taylor England Calvert at UAB St. Vincent’s.
December 23, 2024

NICU Families Unite to Thank UAB and UAB St. Vincent’s Care Teams

Three former UAB St. Vincent's and UAB NICU patients and their families traveled from across Alabama to share their gratitude for the physicians and nurses who made an impact in their NICU journey.
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Female pediatrician talking to black little boy who is sitting on mother's lap at the clinic.
October 1, 2024

Pediatrics

The pediatricians at UAB St. Vincent’s provide care for the whole child, from annual checkups and vaccinations to emotional care and more. They focus on improving the physical and developmental […]
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