Spirituality

The algebra of grace

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…

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Epilepsy, Neurosciences

A neurologist’s advice on what to do if someone has a seizure

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…

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Heart, Heart Attack, Interventional Cardiology, Newsjacking

New study supports move toward medication for heart blockages without symptoms

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…

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Spirituality

I am thankful for you who care for others on the holiday

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…

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Flu, Norton Community Medical Associates, Norton Now, Pulmonary

Celebrity illnesses are reminder to get flu, pneumonia vaccines

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,…

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Cardiology, Heart, Recipes

Consider these heart-healthy recipe substitutions when cooking or baking

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…

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News, Urogynecology, Women's Pelvic Health, Womens Health

Bladder control: Don’t hide urinary incontinence symptoms

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…

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MyNortonChart, Technology

Scheduling an appointment with MyNortonChart

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…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Heart, Interventional Cardiology

Louisville native brings prestigious medical training back home to treat heart patients

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…

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Neurosciences, News, Sports - Concussion, Sports Health

High school sports with the highest concussion rates

High school football players are experiencing concussions less often during practice, but the rate of concussions during games has gone up, according to a new study published in the journal…

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Cancer, Lung Cancer, Pulmonary

Study shows vaping nicotine could cause cancer

New research shows vaping’s dangers may extend beyond the recent wave of deaths from pulmonary disease, as vaping also may increase cancer risk. The first study linking vaping to cancer…

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Atrial Fibrillation, Heart, Sleep Medicine

Sleep apnea treatment options have improved over the years

Although the science of studying sleep dates back to the 1920s, it’s only within the past 40 years that physicians have been able to diagnose and treat one of the…

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