News, Orthopedics, Sports Health

National Athletic Trainers’ Association recommends an ACL injury prevention program

The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) recently unveiled its recommendations for reducing anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in the knee. It includes specific exercises and guidelines on how athletes should implement an injury prevention program to improve their chance of avoiding an injury. The recommendation supports calls from sports medicine professionals  and provides training recommendations…

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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 of patients right now who have flu-like symptoms,” said Rachel Alexander, APRN, Norton eCare. “But we’re also seeing many other patients with health concerns who…

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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 (NFC) divisional playoffs, the Minnesota Vikings secured a last-minute, nail-biting win over the New Orleans Saints. Some fans were so excited their Apple Watches thought…

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News

Norton hospitals beat national door-to-needle times

When it comes to treating stroke patients, there’s a saying: “Time saved is brain saved.” “For every minute you do not treat a stroke, you lose 2 million brain cells,” said Lynn Hundley, APRN, director, Clinical Effectiveness and Stroke Care. Hundley has worked to bring down the door-to-needle time at Norton Healthcare hospitals. That’s the…

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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 Heart Association and American Stroke Association recommend emergency medical services (EMS) take these stroke patients to a Comprehensive Stroke Center, even if it means traveling…

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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 from hemiplegia able to regain the use of his limbs before leaving the emergency department. “The main thing is rapid assessment,” Dr. Spain said. “The…

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Bike to Beat Cancer Training, News

2018 Bike to Beat Cancer will offer more ways to find your inspiration

September 2018 will mark the 10th anniversary of Bike to Beat Cancer, a fundraising event to support cancer care in the Louisville area. Gina Morrison, nurse navigator with Norton Cancer Institute, is already gearing up for her second year riding. Last year, she formed “Team AYA” (Adolescent and Young Adult) and participated as a Bike…

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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 made an offer on their dream home and, to add to the excitement, had just found out they were expecting their son, Gideon. When life…

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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 smear and a mammogram, depending on your age. Getting your yearly screenings can help you stay healthy and possibly find cancer early — when treatment…

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Orthopedics, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

Shoulder surgery helps athlete reach higher

Terri Kendall’s art takes an incredible amount of strength. She gracefully glides through the air, transitioning from one colorful silk fabric to another — all while suspended dozens of feet off the ground. Kendall relies on no safety equipment to catch her. Instead, she relies on her body — trusting that the muscles in her…

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News

Clinical trials: Learn more about innovative treatment

Perhaps clinical trials aren’t the hot topic at your local coffee shop. After all, a recent poll shows less than 10 percent of people in the U.S. participate in clinical trials even though the National Institutes for Health say they offer hope and help advance medical knowledge. All of this changes when we (or someone…

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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 to hit its peak. If you haven’t gotten your flu shot, now’s the time to get it — to protect yourself and your loved ones….

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