Cancer can come in like a wrecking ball, turning lives upside down. When the dust settles, it’s up to you to figure out how to move on. For Shavonda Offutt, that was especially true. On April 16, 2021, Shavonda was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. She learned from Blakely D. Kute, M.D., medical oncologist…
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. A new study also shows that following a Mediterranean diet during pregnancy can improve a child’s neurodevelopment. The diet focuses on whole grains, beans, seeds,…
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 should have high triglycerides or low triglyceride levels? What are triglycerides? When you eat, your body turns excess calories, alcohol or sugar into triglycerides and…
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 barely works. The sounds you can hear are those of a group of boys maneuvering around a wrestling mat, practicing their takedowns and pins. They’re…
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 to this breathlessness. However, there are some conditions you should be aware of during pregnancy. Here are some more facts to consider: Heart disease (also…
In the world of health care, where science and compassion converge, Brian Tran, R.N., a registered nurse at Norton Audubon Hospital, stands out as an artist at heart. His career journey to critical care nursing, marked by dedication and compassion, is a testament to the transformative power of care. “Nurses, patient care associates — we…
Clark Memorial Health, in Jeffersonville, Indiana, and Scott Memorial Health, in Scottsburg, Indiana, officially have become a part of Norton Healthcare under a new purchase agreement that is now final. These two Indiana-based facilities, along with Norton King’s Daughters’ Health in Madison, Indiana, which merged with the Louisville-based health care organization on Jan. 1, 2022,…
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 numbers of adults who have experienced anxiety in the past year, there is a higher prevalence in women (2.7%) than in men (1.9%) Research has…
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 symptoms are blurry vision or decreased vision in one eye. This is caused by a condition called optic neuritis, which also can cause a graying…
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 care when you need it. Both can perform basic health assessments, write prescriptions, and provide flu shots or other immunizations. Most insurance plans cover an…
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, sometimes chest pain is just chest pain. And sometimes a heart attack has very subtle symptoms. Here are five ways to tell the difference. Millions…
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 and price items. She was a bit more fatigued than usual and had some aches and pains on the right side of her body, but…
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