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.
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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…
Jefferson County residents encouraged to use COVID-19 vaccine website this week
The Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) and Jefferson County Department of Health are encouraging residents who live and work in Jefferson county to self-register for the COVID-19 vaccine at their website this week.
UAB joins local hospitals as awardees of Women’s Choice Award for “Best Hospital”
Birmingham is known for its outstanding medical care. In the latest accolade for the city, the Women’s Choice Award deemed UAB “Best Hospital” for six different areas. UAB joins many Birmingham medical care facilities to receive awards from the national…
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Alabama moves into Phase 1b of COVID-19 vaccine to include those 75+, Jan. 18
Effective Monday, January 18, the COVID-19 vaccine will be available statewide by appointment only to Alabamians 75 years and older and to first responders including firefighters and law enforcement.
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See what put UAB towards the top of US New’s best universities list
Recently, US News & World Report released their list of best global universities for infectious diseases. On a list made up of nearly 1,500 institutions, across 86 countries, the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) can be found high on…
Over 2,000 healthcare jobs open in Birmingham now including these 15
According to the Jefferson County Health Department, there are roughly 54,012 cases of COVID-19 in our area. There are also over 2,000 healthcare jobs available in Birmingham right now. Here are just 15 of those available jobs to help Birmingham…
Vaccines for healthcare workers: the best Christmas gift in Birmingham
While scrolling through Instagram and Facebook last week, it seemed like one out of every four or five posts was a picture of a healthcare worker receiving a shot of the new COVID-19 vaccine. I never realized I had so…
First COVID-19 vaccine has begun arriving in Alabama, UAB staffing up
Alabama’s initial allocation of 40,950 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine has begun arriving in the state. As a result of the growing number of COVID-19 cases and staff needed to administer the vaccines, UAB is staffing up.
A long-term cure for heartburn, right here in Birmingham—here’s how
Do you keep antacids on hand at all times? Do you avoid spicy foods at dinnertime, or altogether? Well, the wellness experts at Brookwood Baptist Medical Center have some good news for you. Read on to learn about an innovative…
Record-breaking COVID cases in the state + how you can help
With rising cases across the country, Alabama continues to see record-breaking numbers in COVID cases. Here’s what you need to know and how you can help slow the spread.
Prevent type 2 diabetes with 5 tips from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
As we close out National Diabetes Awareness month, it’s important to remind ourselves of the risks attached to diabetes. By changing a few habits, you can prevent type 2 diabetes and manage it. We caught up with Blue Cross and…