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This flu season is in full swing across the country, creating anxiety for individuals who are vulnerable to serious complications. As with any illness, it’s important to learn and follow steps that can protect you and your loved ones from contracting the virus. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lists four important steps to reduce your risk of infection: Wash your hands consistently throughout the day. Hand washing is still one of the most effective and easiest ways to prevent infecti... ... Read More

Presented by Jaycee Dedmon, BSN, RN, ONC, Orthopedic Nurse Navigator Mooresville, N.C. — Lake Norman Regional Medical Center is hosting a free seminar in December, The Orthopedic Patient Experience , featuring orthopedic nurse navigator, Jaycee Dedmon, BSN, RN, ONC, as presenter. The seminar is scheduled for Tuesday, December 11. The free seminar is at 6 p.m. in the Orthopedic Classroom located in the hospital’s Medical Pavilion, 131 Medical Park Road, Suite 304, Mooresville. The presentation will inclu... ... Read More

By: John Clements, M.D., Gastroenterologist Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Week, November 20-26 MOORESVILLE, N.C. – “I can’t believe I ate the whole thing.” We’ve all been guilty of overindulging at one time or another – particularly during the holiday season – and have suffered the discomfort that often follows. Sometimes the pain after eating too much is more severe than the typical gas, bloating, or indigestion – or it happens frequently and is hard to control with the usual over-the-counter remedie... ... Read More

November is Diabetes Awareness Month Mooresville, NC – Each year, more than a million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes. And though the condition can largely be managed through proper diet, exercise and medication, many individuals with diabetes will develop serious health complications during their lives. That’s why diabetes screenings are so important. With early detection, most individuals can make the lifestyle changes necessary to avoid developing the disease. “Often patients who have prediabet... ... Read More

MOORESVILLE, N.C. – The Center for Surgical Weight Loss at Lake Norman hosts free monthly educational seminars, Understanding Your Weight Loss Options . The November and December free seminars will be Monday, November 26, Wednesday, December 5, and Monday, December 17 at 6:30 p.m. in The Center for Surgical Weight Loss at Lake Norman, located in the Medical Pavilion at Lake Norman, 131 Medical Park Road, Suite 303, in Mooresville. Secure your reservation early as available spaces fill quickly. Ryan Heid... ... Read More

By: Michelle Bertsch, M.D., FACS MOORESVILLE, N.C. – Since 1985, the U.S. has dedicated the month of October to a national focus on the screening, prevention and survivors of breast cancer. The increased focus on education, screening and lifestyle changes has been a critical tool in driving down both the number of deaths and new diagnoses of breast cancer. Genetic testing has quickly become a more mainstream practice, both for human interest about one’s ancestry, and for the purpose of understanding how... ... Read More

Mooresville, NC – Colds and the flu often occur around the same time of year and both have similar, unpleasant symptoms. While it can be hard to differentiate between the two, it’s important to distinguish the cause of your symptoms to determine the best course of treatment. The common cold The most common symptoms of a cold are within the respiratory system and include a stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, cough or chest discomfort. Treatment for these symptoms is available through over-the-counter medicat... ... Read More

2019 is fast-approaching: scheduling necessary appointments, tests and surgeries now can maximize your health plan benefits MOORESVILLE, N.C. – With three months left in the year, now is the time to check the status of health plan deductibles and schedule necessary appointments, recommended testing and surgeries before December 31. Most health insurance plans have a deductible requirement—a predetermined amount of healthcare expenses that must be covered before the plan begins paying the majority (if no... ... Read More

Hosted by the Imaging Center of Lake Norman Regional Medical Center Mooresville, NC – Lake Norman Regional Medical Center is hosting a Pink Ribbon Tea Party luncheon for Breast Cancer Awareness on Friday, October 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The program will be held in the hospital’s Community Rooms A & B. Michelle Bertsch, M.D., FACS, breast surgeon, and David Scovill, M.D., radiologist, will be the featured speakers for the event. They will present on Breast Cancer Awareness, Surgical Options and Sc... ... Read More

MOORESVILLE, N.C. – Lake Norman Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce the October Senior Circle program, Colon Cancer Awareness , with John Clements, M.D., gastroenterologist with Lake Norman Medical Group, Lake Norman Gastroenterology. Senior Circle meets Wednesday, October 3, 2018, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., in the hospital’s classrooms A & B. Reservations are recommended. There will be an opportunity for questions following the presentation. The hospital’s Senior Circle program is devoted to... ... Read More