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La Atención Médica de Norton abrirá su primera consulta 100% bilingüe en Okolona

El acceso a la atención médica es un derecho para todos, y por ello los servicios de Atención Médica de Norton se comprometen a facilitar el acceso a los hispanohablantes…

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Heart, Norton Now, Prevention and Wellness

What is a healthy blood pressure for women?

Healthy blood pressure for women and men is generally a systolic number under 120 and a diastolic number under 80. High blood pressure (also called HBP or hypertension) is when…

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How long does it take to get results of blood tests?

Once you leave the lab, how long will it take to get results of your bloodwork? It depends on several factors. Doctors use the results of your blood tests to…

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Norton Healthcare expands neuroscience, primary care with office in Bardstown

Norton Healthcare has opened a combined neuroscience and primary care office to serve Nelson and surrounding counties in Kentucky. The 5,000-square-foot facility, located at Shoppes of Bardstown, 106 W. John Rowan…

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How to tell if you’re not drinking enough water

If you’re not drinking enough water, the Louisville area’s summer heat and humidity could cause issues with your body’s hydration. Drinking enough water — without over-drinking — varies among individuals….

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ICC, Norton Now, Orthopedics

Is it a sprain or a break? Telling the difference can be tricky

Determining whether it’s a sprain versus a break when you twist your ankle, wrench a knee or put out your arm when falling can be difficult, as both can have…

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Norton Healthcare opens cutting-edge laboratory providing increased efficiency, quality and turnaround times, benefiting medical providers and patients

Norton Healthcare recently opened its relocated and expanded CPA Lab, a division of Norton Healthcare. Located in 46,000 square feet of space at the former Hikes Point Kmart site at…

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Is your back bothering you enough to see a doctor?

If you have back pain, it can be difficult to know when it’s serious enough to get help. The pain may be in one part of your back, all over…

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On a budget? You don’t have to shell out for self-care

Self-care goals for your mental health do not have to be time-consuming or expensive. Here are several surprisingly easy ways to take care of your mind and body. Simplifying self-care…

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NCMA, Norton Now, Prompt Care - Walgreens

Three ways to beat spring allergies

Finding what helps with allergies can seem like an endless task every spring in Louisville and Southern Indiana. Rebecca Leite, APRN, nurse practitioner with Norton Prompt Care at Walgreens clinics,…

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COVID19, ICC, Norton Now, Prompt Care - Walgreens

You don’t need to choose between fast or accurate COVID-19 tests

Recent breakthroughs in coronavirus testing mean you don’t have to choose between fast and accurate to get COVID-19 results. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) — the gold standard in coronavirus testing…

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Cardiology, Heart, Norton Now

There are no warning signs of high blood pressure

The only reliable sign of high blood pressure is the data gathered by a blood pressure cuff. There are rarely outward symptoms of high blood pressure, unless you are severely…

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