Atrial fibrillation, also called A-fib, is a disease of the heart. It causes an irregular heartbeat, often faster than normal. Between 3 and 6 million people in the U.S. have A-fib. Each year, around 350,000 people are admitted to hospitals for A-fib, and about 500,000 people are diagnosed. “After turning 40, there is a one-in-four…
It’s no secret that Greater Louisville is a challenging place to live for people with allergies and asthma. Warm temperatures early in the spring and late into the fall can create a long growing season for allergen-producing plants. The Ohio Valley limits airflow, causing allergens to get trapped in its basin, especially in the hotter…
When Kenneth P. Hall, R.N., joined Norton Audubon Hospital’s 5 East cardiac telemetry unit in October 2011, little did he know how profound his impact would be there. Now, almost seven years later, Ken’s patients and colleagues do not know what they would do without him. Valentina M. Nikic, patient care associate, describes Ken this…
Serves 8 Prep time: 10 minutes Ingredients 1 personal, seedless watermelon, diced ½ pint blueberries 2 oz crumbled feta cheese Dressing 1/8 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon honey Pinch salt Pinch pepper Directions Combine melon, berries and cheese. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients together and pour over watermelon…
Taco flag dip – no cooking required! Makes 16 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Ingredients 10oz plain Greek yogurt 8 oz Greek yogurt cream cheese DIY taco seasoning or 1 packet taco seasoning 16 oz can refried black beans (look for variety without “hydrogenated lard” on the ingredients list) 1 stalk romaine lettuce, chopped finely…
July Fourth is right around the corner. People will enjoy cookouts and fireworks — hopefully without feeling sick due to food or a bug passed from another partygoer. Warm temperatures create the ideal environment for bacteria and other pathogens to multiply and cause foodborne illnesses. Hand-washing and proper food safety techniques can help keep your…
Traveling is something many look forward to during the summer months. However, it can be easy to let your eating habits slip and choose convenient, unhealthy options while on the road or in the airport — leading to vacation weight gain. “It is very easy to gain weight during travel,” said Hope Theiss, licensed and registered…
It’s fun to play with fireworks … until it’s not. Emergency rooms across the country see an increase in burns and hand injuries around the Fourth of July. Charity S. Burke, M.D., hand surgeon, Norton Louisville Arm & Hand, is no stranger to treating fireworks injuries. “When you’re the on-call hand surgeon during the Fourth…
Eighteen years ago, at age 38, Carolyn Wallace was diagnosed with advanced breast cancer. Years after chemotherapy and radiation, Carolyn is living cancer-free. Then more devastating news: Her then 3-year-old grandson, Rylan, had leukemia. “It was worse than my diagnosis,” Carolyn said. Carolyn got involved with Bike to Beat Cancer in 2010. Last year, she…
NPride, Norton Healthcare’s LGBTQ and allies’ employee resource group, celebrates Pride Month by recognizing a few of our notable employee members. The patient experience is important at Norton Healthcare. We value quality, safety and respect — with every patient, every time. A positive patient experience could lead to continued services, expanding of a patient’s network of…
Despite the widespread availability of safe and effective vaccines, adult immunization rates remain low in the U.S. — and far below the targets set by Healthy People 2020, a national agenda to improve the health of Americans. “Many people associate immunizations with childhood and teen years; however, there are two recommended vaccine schedules — one…
The hottest part of the year is right around the corner, which means iced coffee is no longer an acceptable way to stay hydrated. The summer heat tends to take a toll on our bodies. It also can have a serious impact on our attitudes due to changes in sleep patterns, dehydration and restrictions on…
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