Category Medicine
Winn-Dixie, BHM Airport, local pharmacies added to Bham COVID vaccine sites
This week, Jefferson County is adding two Winn-Dixie locations, the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport and some local pharmacies to the growing list of COVID vaccine administration sites. Keep reading to learn where to get your closest COVID vaccine.
Behind the scenes of the Children’s of Alabama art collection
Hospitals are a scary place for everyone—especially children. The art at The Benjamin Russell Hospital for Children serves a special purpose to help patients and their families feel more at ease. Keep reading to learn more about the hospital’s artwork…
See how Skin Wellness will upgrade your skincare routine
If you’ve been on social media lately, you’ve probably seen that skincare is the new makeup. Now it’s time to step up your skincare (and selfcare) game with Skin Wellness and Dr. Corey Hartman, MD.
UAB awarded over $325M in research funding in 2020 from the National Institutes of Health
There’s huge news about the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). The institution was recently awarded $325M in research funding. Keep reading for the deets.
Herd immunity: what you need to know from UAB’s Dr. Suzanne Judd
Have you heard about herd immunity? As the US continues to fight the coronavirus pandemic, hope (and vaccines) are on the way. Keep reading to learn the latest from Dr. Suzanne Judd, an epidemiologist at UAB, about herd immunity in…
Shots! Your update on all things vaccine in Birmingham
Today we’re talking all things vaccines, the “who,” “where,” and “how.” Keep reading to get the latest on the COVID-19 vaccine in the Birmingham area, and find out what our followers think about getting their shot.
Hearts at Home gives families at Children’s of Alabama a life-saving resource—hear Lyla’s story
Your child was born six days ago and already requires open-heart surgery—in a few weeks they will need another one. The time between these two surgeries is critical, but the Hearts at Home program from Children’s of Alabama makes this…
Parker High School opens as Birmingham’s newest mass vaccination site
A.H. Parker High School is officially Birmingham’s newest community vaccination site. This is the third mass vaccination site in the city and is open for appointments only. Keep reading to learn more about this exciting development.
UAB ranked #1 Best Large Employer in America by Forbes
In a recent article, Forbes named The University of Alabama at Birmingham as one of the best large employers in America. As a matter of fact, UAB ranked as #1 on the list that includes institutions like Yale, Trader Joe’s,…
Are health officials now asking us to double mask? A local expert shares her recommendation
At President Joe Biden’s inauguration, we saw a lot of firsts, including a possible up and coming strategy to fight COVID-19—two masks.
Miles College teams up with local start-up to address equity in COVID-19 research
Did you know that certain demographics are less likely to get vaccinated due to inequity and biases in the medical sector? Miles College has begun a unique partnership with #NOWINCLUDED, powered by Acclinate, to tackle the issue of equity in…
Pose, share, inspire—register to be an organ donor and participate in #ALgivehope
Keep life beating. Register to become an organ donor and inspire others by participating in Legacy of Hope‘s #ALgivehope campaign. Continue reading to learn how to leave a legacy.
Local Birmingham hospitals need to fill 100’s of openings now. Here’s how to apply
Since COVID-19 cases have continued to rise, so has the need for healthcare workers. For those seeking jobs in fields like nursing and pharmacy techs, find out where you can find work in Birmingham while helping others during the pandemic
3 nurses share their experience in the PICU at Children’s of Alabama + how to start a career here
How much do you rely on your coworkers at your job? For nurses in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Children’s of Alabama, having a strong relationship with each other is vital. Hear insight from four nurses who share…