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North Baldwin Infirmary Foundation recognizes Dorothy White's decades of dedication with Liz Duryea Service Award
The North Baldwin Infirmary Foundation recently bestowed its Liz Duryea Service Award upon Dorothy White, in recognition of her outstanding 42-year career at the then-Bay Minette Infirmary. The … more
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Kangaroo Care at USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital
USA Health celebrates Kangaroo Care Day with families in NICU
According to professionals at USA Health, a warm hug between a parent and child can mend more than meets the eye, with science backing up the benefits of this simple yet powerful act. To … more
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Protect yourself against tick-borne disease this summer
The warmer weather means Alabamians are spending more time outdoors, which can lead to more exposure to ticks which then can transmit diseases. Tick-borne diseases and illnesses have been on the … more
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How to raise a healthy, active child
Many factors impact your child or teen's wellness, including where you live, genetics and other influences. According to experts though, you can encourage a healthy lifestyle for your child, and help … more
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Helping parents understand vaping: Common vaping questions answered
Many myths and misconceptions about vaping can be found online. This publication focuses on helping people understand the latest research-based information about the risks of vaping. Does vaping … more
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Staying engaged as you age
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System has long recognized the benefits of older adults staying actively engaged. Programs like the Successful Aging Initiative empower older adults to live … more
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Mobile Infirmary receives top award for ICU excellence
MOBILE — The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) recently conferred a second gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence on a Mobile Infirmary nursing unit: the Surgical Intensive … more
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Do social ties affect our health?
Cuddles, kisses and caring conversations. These are key ingredients of our close relationships. Scientists are finding that our links to others can have powerful effects on our health. Whether with … more
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Children's of Alabama receives $3 million for PICU expansion
Children's of Alabama announced a $3 million donation from the Quarterbacking Children's Health Foundation to relocate and expand its pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). The expansion project will … more
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Youth mental health disparities highlighted in new data brief by MHA
Mental Health America (MHA) recently partnered with the Data Equity Coalition to release a data brief focused on youth mental health. This brief is part of a series advocating for standardized data … more
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Endodontists advocate for natural teeth preservation during Save Your Tooth Month
May marks Save Your Tooth Month, an annual observance dedicated to highlighting tooth-saving procedures and the professionals responsible for preserving teeth, known as endodontists. The … more
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Local student honored as Children's Miracle Network champion at Bay Minette Elementary
A school-wide celebration was held on Friday, April 26, at Bay Minette Elementary School in honor of Maci Brown, a 9-year-old recently named a Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) champion for USA … more
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American Red Cross urging blood donations during Trauma Awareness Month
During Trauma Awareness Month in May, the American Red Cross urges the public to donate blood to ensure hospitals are equipped with lifesaving transfusion products. Type O blood donors are … more
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Studies have found that people who have larger and more diverse types of social ties tend to live longer. They also tend to have better physical and mental health than people with fewer such relationships. Social support may be especially protective during difficult times.
Do social ties affect our health?
Cuddles, kisses and caring conversations. These are key ingredients of our close relationships. Scientists are finding that our links to others can have powerful effects on our health. Whether with … more
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Numerous therapeutic advantages come from spending time in nature. Studies suggest that even brief outdoor experiences can yield profound healing effects. Research indicates that while viewing pictures of plants provides certain benefits, they pale in comparison to the actual experience of being in their presence.
The holistic connection: Nature's influence on emotional and physical well-being with Orange Beach counselor
In the rush of modern life, the profound impact of nature on our well-being often goes unnoticed. Whether it's the tranquil embrace of a forest, the invigorating freshness of a morning breeze or the … more
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American Lung Association and LUNGevity Foundation announce $3 million research partnership to intercept lung cancer
Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, with someone diagnosed approximately every two minutes. In a collaborative effort to end this devastating disease, the … more
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Going green for mental health: Join the movement this May
Today, May 1, marks the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Month, a time when organizations like Mental Health America and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) rally to raise awareness … more
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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' 2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report revealed that there were 6,392 veteran suicides in 2021, averaging 17.5 per day. In response to this critical concern, Vets Recover, an organization providing immediate and long-term support for veterans and first responders in crisis, launched in Mobile on April 17.
Vets Recover launches comprehensive care facility for veterans in Mobile
According to the 2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report compiled by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there were 6,392 veteran suicides in 2021, averaging 17.5 veteran suicides … more
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Psychiatrist, Dr. Williams, takes helm as president of the Medical Association of the State of Alabama
Amanda Williams, M.D., a psychiatrist based in the Montgomery area, assumed the role of president of the Medical Association of the State of Alabama during the organization's annual meeting held on … more
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IVF services return temporarily at Mobile Infirmary
After a ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court on Feb. 16, which states that frozen embryos can be considered children under state law, Mobile Infirmary announced on Feb. 22 they would halt IVF … more
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