Displaying items by tag: summer

With both Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Lyme disease increasing in recent years, UAB wilderness medicine physician says it’s important to dress properly and to perform tick checks after woodland excursions.
There are snakes out there. A UAB emergency physician and a biologist tell you what you need to know about coping with snakes and snakebite.
One of the most common types of cancer is skin cancer. A UAB dermatologist shares background information, risks and how to protect your skin.
Tempers will flare and the threat of violence is often not far behind as temperatures rise, says a UAB psychologist.
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Experts take an in-depth look into a favorite college pastime by understanding the dangers and risks of alcohol.
Three million cases of skin cancer could be prevented annually by avoiding ultraviolet light. UAB experts share how to pick out the proper UV-protection and use it effectively.
Heading to the great outdoors this summer? Here are some tips on how to stay safe in the wilderness or your own backyard.
Drowning is the leading cause of injury, death in young children; a UAB expert shared simple steps to prevent accidents.

Create a plan to make learning fun and get a leg up on the next school year so summertime fun doesn’t result in learning loss.

UAB health experts say you can shed some pounds for the summer by making simple — but safe — changes.

David Schwebel, Ph.D.

Pedestrian safety • Child injury prevention • Texting & walking • Child gun safety • Playground safety • Technology-based injury intervention & prevention

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