NRHS receives four 2020 Women’s Choice Awards
Friday, February 7, 2020
Norman Regional Health System has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for bariatric surgery, heart care, orthopedics and stroke care by the Women’s Choice Award.
Ask a Dietitian: The Significance of Sleep
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
You may not realize how important sleep is for your health and wellness. We live in a busy world where the focus is rarely ever on sleep. However, poor sleep can put your health at risk. It's important to make sleep a priority. The first step is to figure out if you’re getting enough by using a sleep log or timer. If you find that you’re not, consider trying some of these tips from registered dietitian Destiny Howard.
Fill Your Shopping Cart With Heart-healthy Options
Friday, January 31, 2020
Cardiovascular disease (heart disease and stroke) is the leading cause of death in the United States. In some cases, these deaths could be prevented if people make lifestyle changes, like eating a well-balanced diet with plenty of low-fat proteins and high-fiber foods that are low in sodium and sugar.
Norman Regional receives ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI, Resuscitation Accreditation
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Norman Regional Health System for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. Norman Regional was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation based on rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart attack.
Tips for Beating the Winter Blues
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
The holiday season may be over, but the winter months stretch on. This can sometimes leave you feeling a bit blue. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, about 5 percent of people in the United States experience seasonal affectiv...
"You're Welcome" - Dr. Cook
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
She’s back at it! First she kept babies safe with her song “Babies Face Back”, now Dr. Kate Cook is teaching teens the dangers of vaping!
Norman Regional’s first baby of 2020 is home, healthy
Friday, January 3, 2020
Norman Regional HealthPlex welcomed the first baby born in 2020 late Wednesday evening. Eli and Hadley Shepherd of Norman gave birth to their first baby, a baby girl named Quin, at 7:32 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 1.
Why Kombucha is Good for Your Gut
Thursday, January 2, 2020
While some health food fads come and go, it looks like the kombucha craze is here to stay. It’s easy to see why. Not only is the bubbly fermented beverage good for you, but it also tastes pretty good as well. The success of kombucha ha...
Theodore A. Boehm (MD)
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Dr. Ted Boehm’s love of sports led him a career on the sidelines as a sports medicine physician.
James L. Bond (MD)
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Coaching them through injuries is one of the ways Dr. James Bond helps his patients.