Atrial Fibrillation, Heart, Neurosciences, Sleep Medicine, Stroke

The sleep apnea and stroke connection

Snoring loudly is a telltale sign of obstructive sleep apnea and a warning you may face a higher risk of stroke. Sleep apnea more than doubles the risk of stroke…

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COVID19, Neurosciences, Stroke

Providers worry Louisvillians are ignoring stroke symptoms that go away, risking long-term brain injury

Since the start of the COVID-19 outbreak in March, Norton Healthcare has received 26% fewer stroke cases — a trend that worsened in May — raising concerns among health care…

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Brain Cancer, Brain Tumor, Brain Tumor, Cancer, Neurosciences, Research and Clinical Trials

New immunotherapy vaccine for glioblastoma tested at Norton Cancer Institute

Renato V. LaRocca, M.D., values the opportunity to be at the forefront of brain cancer research. As a neuro-oncologist and cancer medicine specialist with Norton Cancer Institute, Dr. LaRocca has…

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Neurosciences, Stroke

What to do if someone is having a stroke

Knowing what to do if someone is having a stroke can have a lasting impact on their recovery. The greatest chance for recovery from stroke occurs when emergency treatment is…

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Cardiology, COVID19, Heart, Heart Attack, Interventional Cardiology, Neurosciences, Stroke

Don’t ignore heart attack or stroke symptoms: Louisville-area emergency rooms are prepared

Esta publicación también está disponible en español. During a visit to the Norton Brownsboro Hospital emergency department one recent afternoon, a man was brought in two days after he first…

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Multiple Sclerosis, Neurosciences

What are symptoms of MS in women?

Symptoms of MS in women can be different and MS affects women more than men. Researchers are not entirely sure why MS is different in women — it could be…

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COVID19, Multiple Sclerosis, Neurosciences

Multiple sclerosis medications and COVID-19

COVID-19 may have certain implications for people who take common medications prescribed for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). Here’s a breakdown of some MS drugs and the related implications from…

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Neurosciences, Parkinson’s Disease

Ozzy Osbourne reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis

Rock star Ozzy Osbourne has revealed he has Parkinson’s disease. The 71-year-old Black Sabbath singer told “Good Morning America” he found out about his condition after experiencing a fall last…

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Epilepsy, Neurosciences

Get help for living with epilepsy and its day-to-day challenges

In addition to the seizures that come with epilepsy, living with the condition can mean other day-to-day challenges. Stigma can lead some individuals with epilepsy to be uncomfortable spending significant…

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Dementia, Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Norton Childrens Medical Associates, Spirituality

Physician’s kindness shown through gift of shoes to patient

Crystal Narcisse, M.D., did not think twice about taking off her new tennis shoes and giving them to the patient in front of her, whose own shoes were falling apart….

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Behavioral Health, Epilepsy, Neurosciences

Epilepsy and depression often come together

There is a strong relationship between epilepsy and depression. The two come together so often that there are suspicions that brain changes that make people more susceptible to seizures also…

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Multiple Sclerosis, Neurosciences

Norton Neuroscience Institute recognized as multiple sclerosis leader

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society has presented Norton Neuroscience Institute with its 2019 Leadership award. Norton Healthcare received the honor for its continued commitment and dedication to treating those living…

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