Fall Into Health


UAB Employee Wellness invites you to explore the many ways to Fall Into Health in 2024. Check this page throughout the fall season for upcoming healthy living webinars and events, as well as seasonal recipes, online health tools and more.

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  • Wellness Events


    Pink Party 2024
    October 1, 5-7 p.m.

    October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Sign up to have some fun and get an annual screening mammogram while you mix, mingle and enjoy snacks, Tuesday, October 1, 5 to 7 p.m. in the 5th floor mammography waiting area of The Kirklin Clinic of UAB Hospital. Spaces are limited and open to UAB employees, immediate family members of UAB employees, and City of Birmingham employees.

    Please note: Insurance generally covers one screening mammogram per year for women age 40 and older. At least one year and one day must have passed between mammogram screenings for insurance to cover the cost. Please bring a completed patient form and any previous imaging/films, if possible.


    Register for your 2024 Wellscreen
    October 1-November 11

    A Wellscreen is a free 15-minute health screen for all UAB, UAB Hospital, LLC, UA Health Services Foundation, UAB Health System, and Cooper Green employees who are eligible for a medical plan. A Wellscreen measures blood pressure, total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, blood sugar, BMI, triglycerides, and cholesterol/HDL ratio.

    Registration for Wellscreens 2024 is now open. Visit uab.edu/wellscreens to view the complete schedule or for more information.


    Get your flu shot
    Starting October 2

    Employees can get a free flu shot at three locations across campus. Visit uab.edu/flu for more information including the 2024 flu shot clinic schedule.

    Want to get your flu shot and your Wellscreen in one day? Visit Margaret Cameron Spain on Wednesday, October 30, or Thursday, October 31.



  • Wellness Webinars


    Fall into Fitness with URec
    September 26, 12-1 p.m.

    Join UAB Employee Wellness and University Recreation to learn how the Campus Rec Center's programs and services can help you reach your health goals — no matter where you’re starting. Whether you’re interested in personal training, massage therapy, group fitness, swim lessons, climbing, intramural sports, or simply enjoying open recreation, URec has something for everyone. Our goal is to inspire you to get involved, have fun, and make meaningful strides toward a healthier, more active lifestyle. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how you can get the most out of the UAB Campus Recreation Center and take the first step toward improving your wellbeing. Presented by Krissi Williford, Assistant Director of Fitness and Wellness, and Allison Martin, Coordinator of Engagement and Belonging.

    Click here to register via Zoom.



  • Active Living

    Gentle Yoga
    Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, June 18-September 20, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

    Join the UAB Employee Assistance & Counseling Center's certified yoga instructor for a slow-paced, less-intense yet challenging experience in a noncompetitive, judgment-free environment. Gain flexibility, strength and coordination and enhance your cardiovascular health, mental clarity and overall wellbeing. Please bring your own mat, two yoga blocks and a blanket or beach towel.
    Click here to register for the summer Gentle Yoga series; capacity is limited.



    Fitness at Home Resources

  • Healthy Eating

    Employee Wellness Recipe Hub

    Visit the Employee Wellness Recipe Hub to explore an online collection of recipes for healthy family meals, party food, quick snacks, desserts and more.


    Nutrition Videos

    Get expert advice from UAB School of Health Professions professor Dr. Beth Kitchin, PhD RDN.


    Healthy Pantry Items



Fall Recipe Spotlight

Try these healthy tailgating recipes while cheering on the UAB Blazers this football season!