News, Prevention and Wellness

What age is the MMR vaccine given to fight measles, mumps and rubella?

The Kentucky Department for Public Health recommends the following MMR vaccine schedule by age to prevent measles. All children ages 12 months and older who have not received the measles,…

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Urgent care, primary care or online visit: Understand your options

As consumers, we’ve become accustomed to really convenient service. We can preorder and pick up our groceries, get food delivered from our favorite restaurants, and shop for a product online…

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Flu, Prevention and Wellness

Tips from a nurse on how to prevent the flu

During her 35-year nursing career, Lynn Morris, R.N., has cared for thousands of sick patients at Norton Healthcare. Yet, she rarely gets sick herself. Lynn’s advice for staying healthy: Get…

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News, Prevention and Wellness

Sinus infection vs. a cold

Greater Louisville is famous for allergies and congestion that affect residents year-round. But it’s November when Norton Community Medical Associates offices see a seasonal spike in sinus complaints. “We see…

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Flu, News, Prevention and Wellness

Over 65? You still need the flu shot

Many adults ages 65 and older believe that, having reached older adulthood, they no longer need vaccines, including a flu shot. Some doubt it will help them. Others think the…

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Hepatitis C, Infectious Disease, Prevention and Wellness

What baby boomers need to know about hepatitis C risk factors

Baby boomers are leading the way again, but this time it’s with hepatitis C. People born between 1945 and 1965 are the largest group living with hepatitis C, according to…

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News, Prevention and Wellness

Clean out your medicine cabinet Saturday

On Saturday, Oct. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Louisville-area agencies and the Drug Enforcement Administration are giving you an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding…

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Flu, News, Prevention and Wellness

When do I need a flu shot? It may not feel like flu season, but October is the time to get one

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone over 6 months old get a flu shot before the end of October. “You need to get vaccinated now…

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Cervical Cancer, Gynecology, News, Prevention and Wellness, Women's Pelvic Health, Womens Health

Beyond the Pap smear: What you need to know about new cervical cancer screening guidelines

A panel of government-appointed experts has updated its guidelines with new cervical cancer screening options for women ages 30 to 65. For women in this age group, the U.S. Preventive…

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News, Prevention and Wellness

How eating from your local farmers market can help your health [infographic]

  Farmers markets are bountiful at this time of year. Locally grown fruits and vegetables not only taste better, but they have great health benefits. Take a look at how…

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News, Prevention and Wellness

West Nile virus in South Louisville

Louisville Metro Department of Health and Wellness released a statement on Tuesday, Aug. 9, explaining mosquitoes found in a South Louisville location have tested positive for West Nile virus. According…

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News, Prevention and Wellness

Fourth of July hand-washing and food safety tips

July Fourth is right around the corner. People will enjoy cookouts and fireworks — hopefully without feeling sick due to food or a bug passed from another partygoer. Warm temperatures…

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