Norton Community Medical Associates, Norton Now

Men are still avoiding the doctor

Compared to women, more men avoid going to the doctor, skip recommended health screenings and practice riskier behaviors. As a result, they also live with more years of bad health…

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Norton Now

How do I know if I have poison ivy?

Spring has sprung in Kentucky, and with it comes those leaves of three: poison ivy. If you think you have poison ivy, here’s what you need to know. Rashes from…

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Urogynecology, Womens Health

Why do I pee when I sneeze?

Bladder control, bladder incontinence, urinary incontinence, peeing when coughing — whatever you might call it, it’s an issue that affects many women. It’s not just a “change of life” or…

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Infectious Disease, Norton Now

Mpox questions and answers

The current outbreak of Mpox is spreading mostly through close, intimate contact with an infected person. Mpox had been virtually nonexistent in the United States until earlier this summer. Reported…

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Childrens Hospital Foundation, Foundation, Norton Healthcare Foundation

New donors give more than $1.5 million through Wade Mountz Heritage Society

A new group of donors has joined the Wade Mountz Heritage Society after making planned gifts totaling more than $1.5 million to the Norton Children’s Hospital Foundation and/or Norton Healthcare…

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Health Equity, Heart

High blood pressure in African Americans

New research suggests that young African Americans (in their 20s, 30s and 40s) are living with or dying from conditions typical of older white Americans — like high blood pressure. According…

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Cardiology, Heart

High blood pressure or even elevated blood pressure can be dangerous for young adults

The cause of high blood pressure in young adults isn’t always known, but addressing obesity, sedentary lifestyle and excessive alcohol or salt can be the first steps toward bringing your…

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Heart, Heart Attack

Here’s information to have ready before you need emergency stroke or heart care

If you or someone you’re with is experience stroke or heart attack symptoms, call 911 right away. Paramedics can start delivering lifesaving treatment as soon as they arrive. If you are ill…

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Norton Now

How to talk to your doctor about embarrassing topics

Embarrassed to talk to your doctor? Here are some topics patients avoid talking about and tips on speaking up to your physician. The most under-discussed topics in an exam room…

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Behavioral Health, COVID19

Mental and spiritual health after COVID-19: Stress, depression and anxiety

It’s hard to believe the world has struggled with the COVID-19 virus and its variants for over two years now. From quarantine to vaccines, to isolation and upheaval, it’s no…

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Gynecology, Women's Pelvic Health, Womens Health

How sexual trauma survivors can feel more relaxed during a pelvic exam

For many women, it may be difficult to relax during a pelvic exam, but it can be a traumatizing experience for survivors of sexual abuse. Although a pelvic exam can…

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Health Equity, Norton West Louisville Hospital

Norton Healthcare seeking community input on West Louisville hospital services and features

On Feb. 23, 2022, Norton Healthcare announced its plans to build West Louisville’s first newly constructed hospital in more than 150 years. Louisville’s largest health care system is partnering with…

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