Health Tips & News

Coronavirus Update and Testing Hotline
March 25, 2020
Urgent Care for Children is performing curbside COVID-19 testing for patients ages 0 to 21, which will be sent to a third-party lab. To schedule coronavirus testing, please call our COVID-19 hotline at (205) 848-2273. At Urgent Care for Children, we were proud to be one of the first in Alabama to begin assisting with […]
Coronavirus: What You Need to Know
March 9, 2020
Last updated: Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 4:00 PM CT Urgent Care for Children is now performing curbside COVID-19 testing for patients ages 0 to 21, which will be sent to a third-party lab. To schedule coronavirus testing, please call our COVID-19 hotline at (205) 848-2273. As coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, continues to spread, […]
Five Tips for Boosting Heart Health
February 27, 2020
Throughout every stage of life, heart health remains a common topic of discussion. And there’s a good reason for it! After all, it is the leading cause of death among both men and women. While the thought of the conversation may begin to feel routine, your approach to ensuring a heart-healthy future for your kiddos […]
Sugar Swap: Healthy Valentine's Day Treat Alternatives
February 6, 2020
Valentine’s Day is not only a special time to show small acts of love to your little one, but it is also a time of celebration as children prepare to exchange goodies with their peers, friends, and teammates. With candy sales expected to top $1.8 billion for this February holiday, it’s no secret that sugary […]
Healthy for the Holidays: Six Safe December Decorating Tips
December 20, 2019
The holiday season is finally here, and with it comes joy, love… and a little madness! Decking your halls is a fun activity for the whole family, but it’s important to keep safety first when transforming your home into a winter wonderland. That’s why we’re sharing our top six tips for holiday decorating to keep […]
Kitchen Safety Tips to Keep in Mind this Holiday Season
November 26, 2019
There’s nothing better than celebrating the holiday season with your loved ones. But we all know that preparing your holiday meals can also lead to a jam-packed kitchen filled with cooking, baking and a little chaos! In this environment, it’s easy for your little ones to get caught up in the excitement and suffer a […]
Five Tips for Preventing Sports Injuries
November 24, 2019
Fall sports have officially kicked off, which means soccer, football, volleyball and cheerleading are likely the highlight of your Saturdays. While it’s important to encourage our kiddos to be active and participate in team activities, these sports also come with potential risks. We encourage all parents and guardians to learn the warning signs of overexertion […]
5 Reasons Why the Flu Vaccine is a Must
November 22, 2019
Colder weather is finally here, and while it brings festive fall celebrations and lots of cozy nights, it also brings one of the most common (and often most dreaded!) illnesses in the world — the flu. No one wants to get the flu, and you especially don’t want your little ones to suffer through the […]
Five Reasons to Embrace Telemedicine
November 19, 2019
At Urgent Care for Children, we’re all about convenience. Our team strives each day to uphold the motto of “quality care with less waiting,” and one of the most innovative ways we do that is through our telemedicine system. Now, you may be asking: what exactly is telemedicine? Telemedicine offers parents a chance to […]
Drop the candy! Four Healthy Halloween Treat Alternatives
October 23, 2019
A few sweets never hurt anybody, right? Although nutritionists recommend sugar consumption in moderation (only 6 teaspoons per day for children), Halloween is often the ultimate test. In the wake of the candy tsunami, children eat about three cups of sugar – the equivalent to 220 sugar packets. The American Academy of Pediatrics reports that consuming sugar in extreme levels (more […]