David Elder considers himself lucky. Had things gone differently, the 66-year-old retired accounting professional might have become another lung cancer death statistic. In 2017, David developed what he thought was a minor hernia. He had bouts of stomach pain and over a two-month period lost about 40 pounds. David was familiar with lung cancer’s symptoms…
Norton Healthcare announced today it will waive copays and deductibles for furloughed federal government employees in need of urgent or emergency care. This includes visits to 14 area Norton Immediate Care Centers, Norton eCare eVisits and video visits, and emergency departments at Norton Audubon Hospital, Norton Brownsboro Hospital, Norton Hospital, Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital,…
Norton Children’s Hospital has opened a new $12 million unit that will serve hundreds of sick and injured kids every year. Patients and staff opened the hospital’s 24-bed medical/surgical unit, which will provide care for patients with respiratory, gastrointestinal and neurological diseases, and children recovering from a variety of surgical procedures. The 31,000-square-foot space, which encompasses the…
Photo by Mike Gladu Push, pull. Push, pull. Push, pull. With each powerful pedal, 55-year-old Curtis Tolson propelled himself closer to the finish line. He was determined to step off his bike a champion. Not just a champion. But a world champion. Push, pull. Push, pull. Push, pull. He’d competed in this race before. Four…
Steven Michael Kane will never forget June 23, 2018. It was a Saturday. Mike, as family and friends know him, was getting a screening colonoscopy. He felt great and had no reason to worry, or so he thought. “That test saved my life,” he said. “My doctor told me later if I had waited another…
The flu can have extremely serious consequences during pregnancy. Getting the flu shot while you’re pregnant will help protect you and even help your baby fight off the flu after birth. Serious complications from the flu are more likely while you’re pregnant because of changes to your immune system, lungs and heart. “When you’re pregnant,…
An Instant Pot is one of the best ways to get dinner on the table — fast. This must-have kitchen gadget is simple and easy to clean, and it cooks up filling, flavorful meals. Try this quick quinoa recipe packed with protein, fiber and 85 percent of your daily vitamin C needs. Instant Pot Pesto…
People living with orthopedic pain are increasingly considering platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections as an alternative to surgery. The procedure uses the body’s own healing properties to treat muscle, tendon and ligament injuries. What is PRP? Platelets are a type of blood cell that lives in the bloodstream. As platelets flow into wounds, they play a…
During her 35-year nursing career, Lynn Morris, R.N., has cared for thousands of sick patients at Norton Healthcare. Yet, she rarely gets sick herself. Lynn’s advice for staying healthy: Get a yearly flu shot, eat flu-fighting foods and practice good hygiene. A beekeeper in her free time, Lynn swears by the healing power of honey….
WALNUT TACOS Serves 4 to 5 2 cups walnuts 1/8 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons taco seasoning 5 taco shells, soft Avocado cilantro sauce 1½ avocados, skin and seed removed 2 garlic cloves 1 cup cilantro, fresh Juice from 1½ limes Soak the walnuts in water for about an hour. Drain thoroughly. In a food…
Abigail J. Rao, M.D., neurosurgeon with Norton Neuroscience Institute, isn’t an electrician, but she knows how electricity impacts the brain. She’s using electricity to make a world of difference for individuals diagnosed with movement disorders. Dr. Rao uses deep brain stimulation (DBS) to help patients with essential tremor, Parkinson’s disease, dystonia and difficult-to-treat epilepsy. “Deep…
I’m 46. Well, my friend is 46. She doesn’t have kids. She works out regularly and has an active life. She eats well most of the time, yet with every year that passes the scale keeps creeping up, despite maintaining the usual routine that has kept her fit for years. And the extra weight is…