Displaying items by tag: summer

High school students will experience intense mock courtroom trials in preparation for pre-law studies and law school.
Taking flotation devices off children can be a scary topic, but the UAB aquatics team provides five signs to help know when your child is ready.
A pediatrician shares safety tips that parents can keep in mind as summer rages on.

Lauren Kole, M.D.

Medical dermatology • Cosmetic dermatology • Acne • Rosacea • Skin aging and prevention

Adam Gordon, O.D., MPH, FAAO 

General eye care and safety • Contact lenses in normal and diseased eyes • Medical applications of contact lenses • Ophthalmic optics

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Spending time outdoors may seem as sweet as honey, but a UAB pediatrician says sting allergies can bee a real buzzkill if you are not careful.

Jennifer Summerlin, Ph.D.

Pedagogy • Children's literature and reading • Developmental reading • Best practices in literacy • Dyslexia intervention

Keep kids moving this summer to combat obesity and improve concentration, memory and behavior.
Adam Gordon, O.D., explains how to find the best eye protection for the bright days of summer.
Cyclists should know the rules of the road and prepare before leaving home.
These three activities will get children thinking about science and math while having fun.
Summer camps can provide entertainment and many benefits for children.
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Candice Dye, M.D.

Water safety and children • Traveling with children • Infant safe sleep

Keeping children safe as temperatures rise should be top-of-mind this summer, says one UAB pediatrician.

Tyler Hall, M.D.

Cataracts • Eye safety • Eye injuries

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Andrew D. Pucker, O.D., Ph.D., gives tips on safe use of contact lenses, including advice on travel, swimming and UV rays.
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.
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