Influenza, or the flu, is a common respiratory infection caused by a virus that infects the nose, throat and lungs. Most people can clear the flu on their own. Sometimes there are complications of the flu, such as pneumonia. Pneumonia is an infection in the air sacs of one or both lungs and can be…
Bronchitis is a common respiratory condition that can cause a cough that lingers for several weeks. As a result, you might wonder: Is bronchitis contagious? The answer depends on several factors. What causes bronchitis? Bronchitis occurs when the bronchial tubes, which are the tiny openings that carry air to and from your lungs, become inflamed….
Kendrick Thomas had found his niche at Bellarmine University — working toward a career that gave him the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of one of his greatest role models he had growing up. His mother served in the military for 22 years, and her service and passion for helping people inspired Kendrick to…
Norton Neuroscience Institute is one of six sites nationwide chosen to pilot a new Brain Health Navigator program aimed at creating a worldwide model to prevent, diagnose and treat Alzheimer’s disease. The program — funded and pioneered by the Davos Alzheimer’s Collaborative — provides resources for patients and providers at these six sites. “This collaborative…
Influenza, or flu, is an upper respiratory infection caused by a virus. It affects the nose, lungs and throat. This influenza is not the same as a stomach flu, which may cause vomiting, nausea and diarrhea. Most people recover on their own from influenza. Sometimes, the flu and its complications can be deadly. There is…
Wendy Novak Diabetes Institute, a part of Norton Healthcare and Norton Children’s, today announced the creation of the Wendy Novak Diabetes Institute Perinatal Program. The program is the first of its kind in Louisville and Southern Indiana, and will expand services available to women with diabetes who wish to have children — something that requires…
Like many boys of his generation, Randy Stewart, age 76, grew up playing and working outside on the family farm. Other than summer heat, Randy rarely thought about the sun. In the 1950s, sunscreen wasn’t readily available, and Randy was never one to wear a hat. In fact, he admits he dislikes them. Today, he’s…
Finding out you have a high risk of cancer doesn’t have to be a terrifying experience. As Kinsey Woodson learned, it can be an empowering way to prioritize your health. “The more I can normalize genetic testing, the more lives we can save,” she said. At age 19, Kinsey tested positive for the BRCA1 gene…
In life, day-to-day tasks often are taken for granted. Brushing your teeth, pouring coffee, lifting food to your mouth — things millions of people do each day without a second thought. But for many who live with essential tremor, simple tasks like these can become impossible. The constant, uncontrollable body tremors can be embarrassing, frustrating…
Gene Lacey’s latest trip to the office of Justin M. Givens, M.D. was more of a formality than an appointment. He was there to show off his progress — to show Dr. Givens the range of motion in his surgically-repaired left shoulder. Needless to say, Gene’s progress has been dramatic, evidenced by his ability to…
The electrophysiology team at Norton Heart & Vascular Institute has implanted the city’s first dual chamber leadless pacemaker. What makes this device unique is its size, absence of leads that connect the device to a controller and ability to implant it with a minimally invasive procedure. The Aveir DR consists of two leadless pacemakers that…
According to the American Heart Association, there is a connection between the health of your heart and your brain, so the health of one depends on the other. Understanding the heart-brain connection is key for long-term wellness. Research shows a significant correlation between cardiovascular health and cognitive function, where maintaining a healthy heart can contribute…