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First Aid: How to Tell the Difference between an Ankle Sprain and an Ankle Break

Ankle injuries are very common and can occur in athletes and non-athletes alike. The most common ankle injuries are ankle sprains and ankle fractures.  While sprains occur due to an injury in the ligaments of the joint, fractures occur when the bones of the ankle joint are broken.

By watching this video, you can learn more about how to distinguish these two injuries from each other when approaching an injured person. The host of the clip also discusses what first aid procedures may apply to each injury.

If you are ever in need of emergency health care in Covington, consider seeking treatment at Newton Medical Center. Our emergency department is always open to serve you and your loved ones when you need it most. Call our staff today at (888) 507-9146 to learn more about our comprehensive healthcare services.

Need Regular Medical Attention While Homebound? No Problem!

Many men and women require a little extra help to maintain their health while staying in the comfort of their own homes. To help these individuals stay healthy and well, Newton Medical Center offers expert and skilled care through our Home Health services. Our multidisciplinary team of medical and support professionals work along with the patient, caregivers, and family members to create a personalized treatment plan for excellent home care. Some of the main services that we offer include:

• Intermittent care from our skilled nurses. Our nurses are available to help your loved one with a variety of in-home medical needs, from the administration of intravenous medications to education regarding patient or caregiver instructions. Our nurses can also help a patient maintain excellent communication with a physician while homebound.
• Care for chronic wounds. There are many health conditions that can lead to chronic wounds, including diabetes, poor circulation, and venous disease. If you or a loved one requires in-home wound care to promote proper wound healing or to manage pain, our certified wound care nurses can help.
• Physical and speech therapy services. After a stroke or other medical event, some victims can suffer from communicative or physical disability. Our experts are ready and willing to help patients improve their functional capabilities and get back to their normal ways of life.
• Nutritional guidance and education. Although eating a balanced, varied diet is important for all men and women, it becomes especially important for those suffering from illness, injury, or disease. The nutrition educators at Newton Medical Center work hard to help each of our patients improve nutritional habits to promote a faster, more successful healing process.

These are only a few of the services offered by the Newton Medical Center Home Health program. If you are interested in learning more about how we can help you and your loved ones, please call our medical clinic in Covington at (888) 507-9146 for more information about our services.

Why Women Don't Have to Feel Apprehensive About Health Care Services

Some women, when seeking medical care for an illness or screening test, can feel stressed, intimidated, or anxious during their time in the hospital. The team at Newton Medical Center understands our patients’ concerns, and has decided to incorporate women’s specific services into a specialized diagnostic and education facility. Our Women Diagnostic Center was created for the women of our community and is staffed by women to provide our female patients with a comfortable and peaceful medical process.

As a large part of our advanced women’s diagnostic services, Newton Medical Center has decided to upgrade to digital mammography technology. Like traditional film mammograms, this new technology is able to capture an image of the breast in the effort to detect breast cancer in its earliest stages. Digital technology, however, can provide immediate results without any need for image developing. The patient is exposed to less radiation and does not need to remain in an uncomfortable position for nearly as long. Ultimately, digital mammography provides women with a more pleasant diagnostic process.

Our diagnostic center also offers the following services:

• Image-guided breast biopsy. When an abnormality is detected on a digital mammogram, a biopsy of the abnormal tissue can be the only way to determine if surgery is needed. We offer both stereotactic and ultrasound image guided procedures to provide women with minimally invasive, accurate biopsy options.
• Bone densitometry. This advanced diagnostic modality can detect the early stages of bone loss and allow women to seek treatment when it is most effective.
• Breast MRI. These state-of-the-art imaging tests can help detect certain abnormalities in the breast that a mammogram may not show.

The Women Diagnostic Center at Newton Medical Center is located in the Physician’s Pavilion on Hospital Drive. Located in a beautiful and private facility, we are proud to offer this diagnostic center as a way for women to obtain the medical information they need in a more peaceful and patient-centered manner. If you would like to learn more about what our Women Diagnostic Center has to offer, contact our helpful staff at (888) 507-9146.

Learn More About Staying Healthy!

Do you still have questions about the health topics discussed in our recent blogs? Check out these helpful resources and contact Newton Medical Center at (888) 507-9146 for more information.

• Is someone you know suffering from the symptoms of depression? This article from WebMD.com provides more information about the signs of depression.
• Are you eating a nutritious, balanced diet? Find out by visiting the website of the United States Department of Agriculture.
• If you are interested in learning more about preventing skin cancer, check out this article from the American Cancer Society.
• You can find out more about staying safe in the sun with this helpful article found on WebMD.com.
• Drinking enough water is essential, especially in hotter climates. Learn more about water and nutrition on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.

Americans are Stressed Out!

According to surveys conducted by Mental Health America, most American men and women are struggling with chronic stress. When left uncontrolled, stress can lead to serious problems with health and overall wellness.

With this video, you can learn more about the stress that Americans are currently facing. You will find out how average Americans work to control their chronic stress through techniques such as exercise and meditation.

At Newton Medical Center, our healthcare team is dedicated to the continued health of our community. If you are interested in learning more ways to improve your physical and mental health, call us today at (888) 507-9146.