Obstetrics, Womens Health

Following Mediterranean diet, eating enough fiber can improve neurodevelopment in baby

Studies on the advantages of the Mediterranean diet have long shown it to be beneficial for heart health, reducing the risk of stroke and even decreasing the risk of diabetes….

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Heart, News, Norton Community Medical Associates, Norton Now

What is a good triglyceride number?

You may know blood pressure and cholesterol play a role in conditions like diabetes and heart disease, among others. But do you know how triglycerides fit in and whether you…

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Arm and Hand, Orthopedics

High school wrestler back on the mat after successful Tommy John surgery

On the back side of Scottsburg High School’s campus in Southern Indiana, behind the football field, sits a small, purple brick building. There’s no air conditioning, and the sound system…

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Heart, Women’s Heart Program

When to worry about breathing issues during pregnancy — what to watch for and what it might mean

Being a little short of breath is normal during pregnancy, especially in the later months. As the body prepares for baby, hormonal shifts, crowded organs and anemia all can contribute…

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Behavioral Health, Norton Community Medical Associates

Anxiety may be a mental health issue, but it can cause physical pain. Here’s what you should know

Research from the National Institute of Mental Health suggests that an estimated 5.7 % of American adults experience generalized anxiety disorder at some time in their lives. When comparing the…

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Multiple Sclerosis, Neurosciences

MS eye symptoms include double vision, uncontrolled eye movement, eye pain and blurred vision

Blurred vision, eye pain, double vision and other eye conditions are common with multiple sclerosis (MS) and are often the first sign of the disease. The most common MS eye…

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Gynecology, Norton Community Medical Associates, Norton Primary Care, Womens Health

Why having a regular primary care provider and a gynecologist is a good idea

You need a primary care physician and a gynecologist, because while each can address a broad range of issues, each has specialized experience to make sure you get the right…

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Cardiology, Heart, Heart Attack

When is chest pain not a heart attack? Symptoms of a heart attack can mimic other conditions

Most people are familiar with the typical way someone shows they are having a heart attack: gasping, clutching their chest and so on. Despite what’s depicted in movies and TV,…

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Neurosciences, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

Successful minimally invasive thrombectomy saves woman on verge of brain bleed

For Brittany Ricks, Thursday, June 8, started just like the previous day. She was preparing for a neighborhood yard sale with family and friends, working in her garage to organize…

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Cancer, Head and Neck Tumors

What to do if you have a painless lump on the side of your neck

A painless lump on the side of your neck can have many causes. Most commonly, lymph nodes in your neck are apt to swell due to injury or infection. Less…

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Patient stories - Norton Healthcare, Spine

Minimally invasive spine surgery sets woman on path to healthy living, starting a family

Every morning, rain or shine, Hanna Sweeney is out walking in her neighborhood near the University of Louisville. The miles and the time can vary, but the reason for Hanna’s…

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Multiple Sclerosis, Neurosciences

Does Epstein-Barr virus cause MS?

A study led by a team of Harvard scientists shows strong evidence that Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is the leading cause of multiple sclerosis (MS), shedding new light on a mystery…

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