It comes on out of nowhere: a terrible feeling of dread. You feel a sharp, stabbing pain in your chest. You feel like you can’t breathe and you start shaking. Your heart feels like it’s running a mile a minute. Panic attack vs heart attack — what are the differences? Panic attacks can be terrifying….
Despite what you may think, you are not invincible once you hit the streets. Dangers are around every corner! Safety should always a top priority when running. Here are some tips to keep you running and safe for a long time: Norton Sports Health You don’t have to be an elite athlete to get quality…
“Hill” can be a nasty four-letter word for any runner. Don’t let a fear of incline stand in your way of conquering a course with hills. With proper technique, you will build confidence and momentum to tame any hill. It’s not too late to join the Norton Sports Health team! Join the Kentucky Derby Festival…
A study published in December in the New England Journal of Medicine on the link between birth control and breast cancer shows that women who use contraceptives with hormones may face an increased risk. Previous studies found breast cancer was already linked to birth control pills. But this was the first study to look at…
Primary Care Norton Healthcare primary care physicians and advanced practice providers offer flu care throughout Louisville and Southern Indiana. Norton Now Signs and symptoms Influenza Cold Symptom onset Abrupt Gradual Fever Usually; lasts 3-4 days Rare Aches Usually; often severe Slight Chills Fairly common Uncommon Fatigue, weakness Usual Sometimes Sneezing Sometimes Common Stuffy nose Sometimes…
Cancer is a word no one wants to hear from a doctor. But, once those life-changing words were spoken to Tina Griffith, the Norton Children’s Hospital employee chose to fight. “I woke up one morning and heard, ‘If you are going to pray to me, why are you crying? And if you are going to…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that 36 states already have widespread flu activity, much earlier than the usual February peak. Twenty-one of those states show a high number of cases, including Indiana and Kentucky. People age 65 and older are more vulnerable to serious — and sometimes deadly — consequences of flu….
It may be winter, but countdown to the Kentucky Derby Festival has begun! Admit it — don’t you get a little dreamy about making this the year you actually run the mini or marathon? You are not alone. Around 15,000 people participate in the races each April. And Norton Sports Health’s training program is…
Chris Pryor works out, he volunteers for his church, and he enjoys spending time with his family. He thought he was healthy; however, a persistent cough and sharp chest pains led him to Norton Heart Specialists, where his cardiologist, John S. Harris, M.D., ordered a stress test. The results surprised Chris – multiple blockages requiring…
At least 34.2 million Americans will provide care to an elderly loved one this year, according to the National Alliance for Caregiving. The task of providing at-home care can be especially difficult during the winter months when cold, flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) diagnoses are on the rise. How do you protect the one…
After starting a medically supervised weight-loss program, Marc Poe lost 125 pounds (including 60 lost during the 12-week program), Poe loves playing basketball with friends. He walks about 20,000 steps a day and is making healthier food choices. He shared some lessons learned that helped him go from “zero willpower” to “I can do this”:…
Norton eCare’s video visits and eVisits will be available anytime of the day or night during the holidays. Catching a cold or maybe an evergreen allergy on Christmas Eve? Unsure if it’s a stomach bug or too much indulgence on New Year’s Day? Norton eCare can help when the doctor’s office may be closed. A video…
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