Group B streptococcus, also called group B strep (GBS), is bacteria that causes infection. Many people carry group B strep bacteria without knowing it because they usually don’t have symptoms….
This story is also available in English La preparación para una colonoscopia no es nada de lo que haya que temer. Considere que se trata de una buena limpieza sin…
Burn first aid begins with clean, cool water for all but the most serious burns. Adding ice directly to the burn could damage the skin more, while butter, egg white…
The Norton Children’s Hospital Foundation and Norton Healthcare Foundation recently recognized outstanding volunteers and donors for their service and commitment. Collectively, these volunteers have donated thousands of hours of their…
If you’ve been diagnosed with prediabetes, it means the amount of glucose in your blood is higher than normal. You also may be at risk for serious health issues, such…
If you can’t afford your medications, there are steps you can take. First, don’t skip doses or take less than prescribed. Talk to your doctor about cheaper alternatives, ask your…
Everyone ages differently, but in your 50s, you may start to notice changes in your body. The good news is, there are effective ways to slow the progress of many…
A recent study of atrial fibrillation (A-fib) and alcohol found patients with intermittent A-fib would have episodes within hours of drinking. The study in Annals of Internal Medicine provided more…
Barry Barmore had been getting his annual physicals, and the routine had become familiar. Blood pressure, reflexes, lots of poking and prodding. “I never expected to hear anything serious from…
You may know noroviruses by their hallmark symptoms — vomiting and diarrhea. Also known as gastroenteritis or winter stomach bug, norovirus is sometimes mistaken for food poisoning. Symptoms tend to…
What is genetic counseling for cancer, and can it help me? Read on for more about getting genetic counseling after a cancer diagnosis. What is genetic counseling? Genetics is the…
Each of Norton Healthcare’s four adult-service hospitals received an “A” grade in the fall 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. This national distinction recognizes each facility’s achievements in protecting patients from…