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Even an Ironman trainee needs a break sometimes

At what point does this training become less like a hobby, and more like a part-time job? I think I’ve reached that point. Between a full-time job and three side…

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Don’t let these 3 seasonal symptoms keep you from enjoying your favorite Kentucky Derby events

It’s time for Kentucky Derby festivities in Louisville, which means horse racing, live music, mint juleps and celebrity sightings. It’s also springtime in the Ohio Valley, and the combination of…

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Uterine fibroids typically aren’t dangerous but can come with unwelcome symptoms

As recently as 30 years ago, if a doctor found a mass on the smooth tissue of a woman’s uterus, it was assumed to be dangerous and surgically removed, regardless…

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How to support kids in sports (Tip: Let them fail)

It’s a common temptation, especially when it comes to kids in sports. Do whatever you can to help your child succeed. But doing too much — even “helicopter parenting” —…

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Mallika Chopra brings humor and authenticity to Norton Healthcare’s Go Confidently series

Mallika Chopra answered the question on everyone’s mind before anyone had the chance to ask. What was it like growing up Chopra? Mallika is the daughter of Deepak Chopra, author,…

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Mary Jo Bean urges you to ‘take a chance’

Mary Jo Bean, senior vice president for planning, business analysis and strategy, has been part of the Norton Healthcare family for 20 years. Upon joining the organization, she started what…

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Get to know some of the doctors who provide compassionate care at Norton Healthcare

March 30, 2019, is Doctors’ Day, and we’re taking the opportunity to thank and showcase some of the doctors who make Norton Healthcare a leading healthcare provider in Louisville and…

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New therapy dogs for adult patients at two Louisville hospitals

Thanks to the generosity of donor Edie Nixon, the Norton Healthcare Foundation has funded the expansion of a pet therapy program for adult patients and staff at Norton Healthcare.  Juno,…

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A lung volume reduction surgery alternative for COPD patients

When you’re suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), your symptoms don’t just come and go. You may have given some thought to lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) as a…

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Herniated disc doesn’t stop Lynsey Buege from training for Kentucky physique and bikini competition

Lynsey Buege from Bullitt County, Kentucky, spent six days a week at the Bullitt County YMCA training for fitness competitions. But last year after placing second at the regional level,…

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New guidelines recommend genetic testing for more patients with breast cancer risk

The American Society of Breast Surgeons released new guidelines recently stating that genetic testing should be made available to all patients with a personal history of breast cancer. This is an important…

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Running advice from trailblazer Kathrine Switzer to motivate your marathon and half-marathon training

Kathrine Switzer was the first woman to officially compete in the Boston Marathon in 1967. You may have seen her in an iconic photo where a man is trying to…

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