A UAB public health expert discusses ways to limit the spread of germs to protect your friends, family and co-workers during back-to-school transitions.
UAB researchers are combining behavioral change theories, telemedicine and extended reality as they work to improve the physical and mental health of children with disabilities.
When discussing serious medical topics with children, a UAB psychologist says it is important to keep it simple: use language they understand and let them guide the discussion.
Crying happens when emotions, sensory thresholds and societal norms interplay. According to experts, an occasional cry is completely healthy and expected.
UAB remains dedicated to supporting students’ mental health, ensuring they have the tools and community they need to thrive during their college journey.
About 1 percent to 2 percent of people in the United States have hidradenitis suppurativa, and it most commonly affects women who are African American or biracial.
Reducing screen time, increasing physical activities and creating non-screen-related hobbies can help protect children’s eyes from irritation and strain.
As we come to the end of graduation season, UAB’s director of Student Counseling Services shares several ways for recent college graduates to improve and maintain their mental health.
Quitting smoking can provide a plethora of health benefits, including better breathing, more energy, and an improved sense of taste and smell, within just a few days.
Name-brand water bottles have become the newest trend, but what happens when they are not properly cleaned? One UAB expert explains how bottles are a breeding ground for mold and bacteria.
Any woman can be at risk for any gynecologic cancer. Risk tends to increase with age, and there is always a heightened possibility of cancer due to family history or race.
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