It seems like everyone is sniffling this time of year. During fall and winter, upper respiratory infections and persistent coughs become increasingly common. Whether you’re a busy parent or a…
It’s been weeks since you got over that cold or other upper respiratory infection, but why? Are you still dealing with a cough? There’s no need to worry yet. Even…
You’ve heard the usual heart health advice — exercise more, cut the salt, maybe swap the fries for a salad. But no one talks about your weekend wine and cocktails,…
Are my aches and pains due to aging? Or something else? You used to bounce back after a weekend of yard work — now your back feels it for days…
Your parents cared for you for the first years of your life, and they may need your help as they get older. Caring for aging parents can be both challenging…
Changes in sexual desire and behaviors are normal as we age, but often there is a stigma attached to topics around seniors and intimacy. Older people take proportionately more medications…
Norton Healthcare continues to fulfill its promise to expand access to health care with the opening of a new $2.2 million location in Valley Station in southwestern Louisville. The offices…
Diabetes is a condition that affects around 37 million Americans. This disease affects how your body uses glucose (sugar). High blood sugar can cause other health conditions over time, including…
Influenza, or the flu, is a common respiratory infection caused by a virus that infects the nose, throat and lungs. Most people can clear the flu on their own. Sometimes…
Bronchitis is a common respiratory condition that can cause a cough that lingers for several weeks. As a result, you might wonder: Is bronchitis contagious? The answer depends on several…
Influenza, or flu, is an upper respiratory infection caused by a virus. It affects the nose, lungs and throat. This influenza is not the same as a stomach flu, which…
Aloe vera juice? Olive oil? Sweet potato soup? Maybe, but quick fixes likely aren’t the best route for long-term gut health. If you have blood in your stool, a fever…