COVID-19 may have certain implications for people who take common medications prescribed for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). Here’s a breakdown of some MS drugs and the related implications from COVID-19 (before changing their MS treatments, patients should contact their MS specialist). Cell-depleting drugs that increase risk of severe infection Alemtuzumab (Lemtrada) Cladribine (Mavenclad) Ocrelizumab…
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there is no reason not to take ibuprofen (the generic name for Advil or Motrin) if you have coronavirus disease (COVID-19), unless you have another reason not to take the medication. Some people shouldn’t take ibuprofen at all, due to certain medical conditions, and that advice still applies….
On a snowy day this winter, staff members at Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital were amazed to come out of work and find their windshield wipers propped up to prevent freezing. The mysterious superhero? Willma Smith, a contract security officer at the hospital and sometimes a shuttle driver between a satellite parking lot and the…
When it comes to food while hunkering down at home, a little prep can go a long way. Here are a few tips to help stay nourished and healthy. Stick to planned meal and snack times If you are at home throughout the day, you may have noticed the constant access to your pantry. Just…
When imagining what 2020 might be like, being caught up in a pandemic that is slowing the world down is not a circumstance that made my list of possible events. Unusual times. Scary reality. We are living in imposed circumstances. We did not choose COVID-19; it’s happening to us. If we work hard and use…
Leaning on his 24 years of service in the U.S. Army, Raymond Martineau takes a team approach to security training at Norton Healthcare. “Your job may be done, but someone else might need help. Helping someone else can make their day better, and maybe they’ll return the favor to me when I need help,” Raymond…
Everyday life largely has come to a halt as social distancing has been urged to curb the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19). This disruption, compounded by anxiety over health risks and the rapidly evolving circumstances of the pandemic, increases many people’s feelings of powerlessness and dread. Having a plan to cope with these stressors, however,…
If you are feeling ill, you might be worried about whether you have COVID-19. There is much attention in the news and social media about the availability of testing equipment, the inability to get tested even if you’re concerned, and the uncertainty of test results. We want to provide some guidance to help assure you…
Esta publicación también está disponible en español. Colonoscopy prep is nothing to dread. Think of it as a good cleaning out with none of the pain or ill feelings you may associate with diarrhea. Planning ahead will make your colonoscopy prep easier. Cleaning out the colon gives your physician a better look at the inside…
The global spread of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 is creating high interest in how online care can be used to safely and effectively screen for and recommend treatment for this illness. Norton eCare telemedicine providers are ready to support you and your family. How Norton eCare can help: If you are feeling unwell, whether…
If you commonly experience a sensation of numbness, tingling or weakness in your arms or legs, there is a chance that issue may trace back to your neck. Spinal cord compression is more common as we age. Weakness and sensory changes in the extremities is a giveaway that spinal cord compression may be happening in…
If you’re hitting the road (or going wheels-up) this spring break, take along these tips to stay healthy and have fun, no matter where the journey takes you. Fun in the sun Sand and snow both reflect sunlight, and you can get hit with skin-damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays even on cloudy days, so be sure…
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