Dr. Joseph Mestayer answers common questions about back-to-school physicals and the importance of primary care for children as they head into the new year.

UAB experts are sharing safe sleep recommendations to help parents and caregivers reduce the risk of SIDS and create safer sleep environments for infants.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.