What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word blessing? Is it the grace said before meals? “We always say the blessing before we eat.” Is it an affirmation or encouragement? “The employee had the blessing of her boss to move ahead on the idea she had.” Or perhaps…
The minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedure — once thought appropriate only for the sickest aortic stenosis patients — increasingly is being used as an alternative to open heart surgery valve replacement. TAVR is an option now for nearly all patients. “With TAVR, we’re able to place the new valve by entering through…
As the last leaves flutter to the ground, and a windy chill becomes the new norm for a while, our journey points us toward Thanksgiving. The history of our late November holiday holds in it a dual theme of hardship and thanksgiving. It is believed that early settlers gathered in their communities to give thanks…
I can remember sunny fall afternoons sitting in algebra II class, looking out the window at the falling leaves, as Mr. Walker droned on and on about the mysteries of “a + b = c.” It was exciting and interesting to him and a few other students, but to most of us, it seemed like…
What to Do When Someone Has a Seizure If you encounter someone having a seizure, follow the ACTION steps: Assess — Assess the situation. Ensure that they are not in danger of hurting themselves. Take away any items in the area that could cause injury. Cushion — Cushion their head with something soft to prevent…
A new study supporting medications for patients with severe but stable heart disease is in line with other evidence suggesting many can hold off on minimally invasive procedures or open-heart surgery, according to a Louisville cardiologist. Lifestyle changes and medications such as statins for cholesterol, blood pressure medicine and aspirin can be just as effective…
Has this year flown by for you? Maybe it’s because I’m getting older, but this year has come and gone pretty quickly, and now Thanksgiving is upon us. We often talk about gratitude around Thanksgiving; it’s what the name of the holiday implies. On Nov. 28, many of us will be surrounded by family and…
Oprah Winfrey has opened up about her recent health scare that landed her in the emergency room and has urged people to get their flu and pneumonia shots. Oprah, 65, thought she had come down with a cold after an overseas trip, but eventually she was diagnosed with pneumonia. She was the latest of a…
Many recipes can be made more heart-healthy, simply by swapping some high-fat, high-salt ingredients for healthier ones. Here are some easy swaps: Replace This With This Regular or reduced-fat peanut butter Natural peanut butter White pasta Whole-wheat pasta, high-fiber white pasta, zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash Margarine Real butter Soy sauce Low-sodium soy sauce…
Bladder control, bladder incontinence, urinary incontinence, peeing when coughing –– whatever you like to call it, it’s an issue that affects many women. And it’s not just a “change of life” or aging issue –– the issue affects women of all ages. There is a certain stigma to it that keeps many women from getting…
MyNortonChart makes scheduling an appointment with your Norton Healthcare provider easier than ever. This service can be accessed conveniently from the mobile app or from a computer. MyChart Mobile App The MyChart app is available for download on all Android and IOS devices. If you are using the app for the first time: Select “Norton…
For Mostafa El-Refai, M.D., interventional cardiology is the best of both worlds. He gets to perform lifesaving procedures — inserting stents to open blocked arteries after heart attacks. As an interventional cardiologist with Norton Heart Specialists, Dr. El-Refai also gets to develop long-term relationships with patients and their families. “It’s important for patients to understand…
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