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.

UAB Medicine St. Vincent’s Primary Care Chilton provides health screenings and care to adults 18 and older for everyday illnesses and injuries. We support your long-term health and well-being, which […]

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.

Dr. Carter Capra at UAB St. Vincent’s share key breast cancer prevention and early detection tips for women of all ages. Learn how diet, exercise, and regular screenings can lower risk and support long-term health. Understand risk factors and the importance of proactive care from trusted physicians.

One in eight men in the United States will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. UAB Medicine’s Dr. Jeffrey Nix shares insight on risk factors, symptoms, and how proactive screening and modern treatment advances are helping men detect prostate cancer early and protect long-term health.

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.

Shingles is a painful, blistering skin rash that affects nearly one in three Americans, and up to 99% of people over 50 are at risk for it. Suzanne Cantley, DSN, CRNP, shares her expertise to answer common questions about shingles, risk factors, and the shingles vaccine.

Aging well involves more than good genes. Learn how exercise, nutrition, hobbies, and social connections can help maintain health and independence later in life.

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.

Proper hydration is one of the best ways to protect the body in summer. UAB Medicine St. Vincent’s primary care provider Suzanne Cantley, shares signs of dehydration, daily water intake recommendations, and practical tips for staying hydrated in the heat.