Flu, News, Prevention and Wellness

Virtual care increases during flu season

Norton eCare visits have more than doubled since October when flu season began. Norton eCare offers two types of “virtual care” — eVisit and video visit. “We’re seeing a lot…

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Heart, Heart Attack, News

Super excited about the big game? What if it’s a heart attack?

The big game is this weekend! Anything could happen, from halftime show hijinks to breathtaking finishes. Could all the excitement give you a heart attack? During the National Football Conference…

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Heart, News

Comprehensive Stroke Centers offer the highest level of care

Patients with severe strokes caused by occlusion of large vessels or bleeding are more likely to survive when they’re taken to a Comprehensive Stroke Center (CSC). That’s why the American…

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Heart, News

View from the emergency department on tPA

Emergency physician Jeff A. Spain, M.D., has seen firsthand what a difference tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) can make in the treatment of ischemic strokes. Spain witnessed a stroke patient suffering…

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Neurosciences, News

A 35-year-old’s awful headache turns into aneurysm survival story

In 2014, at age 35, Mike Gorena was living a good life. He had a good job, a beautiful wife, Ang, and a sprightly young daughter, Aza. They had just…

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Cervical Cancer, Gynecology, Prevention and Wellness, Womens Health

Women’s wellness exam: An annual check can catch cervical cancer

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month — a good time for a friendly reminder to schedule a women’s wellness exam. A wellness exam includes a pelvic exam, breast check, Pap…

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Flu, Prevention and Wellness

As long as the flu is spreading, it’s not too late to get the shot

You’ve seen the banners at pharmacies for months. You may even know a friend or family member who recently had the flu. Flu season is well underway and is about…

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New Parent, News, Obstetrics

Weakened pelvic floor and other changes brought on by pregnancy

Pregnancy can bring a lot of changes for a woman — emotionally and physically. While it can be easy to talk about the joys and challenges of navigating motherhood or…

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Brain Cancer, Brain Tumor, Brain Tumor, Cancer, Neurosciences

Latest technologies for brain tumor surgery

Norton Brownsboro Hospital is the first hospital in Kentucky to use the newest generation of robotic neurosurgery technology, called ROSA. ROSA’s main uses so far have been in biopsying brain…

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News, Obstetrics

Nitrous oxide: An old birthing choice for moms is new again

The latest trend in alternative labor options may give many pregnant women a smile. Nitrous oxide, often referred to as laughing gas, is commonly thought of as a medication used…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, News, Weight Management

A real-world look at Dry January and the Whole30 program

January got off to a rough start. On top of the post-holiday blues and bitter cold that sat on top of our city, I resolved to spend the month alcohol-free…

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Ortho - Hip, Orthopedics

Exercise may help delay hip replacement

We know exercise provides many health benefits and lowers risk for conditions like Type 2 diabetes, cancer and more. But did you know that exercise could help lower your risk…

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