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Cold vs. flu vs. allergies? How to tell the difference

It seems like everyone is sniffling this time of year. During fall and winter, upper respiratory infections and persistent coughs become increasingly common. Whether you’re a busy parent or a…

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Neurosciences, Parkinson’s Disease

New adaptive dance class brings hope and healing to those with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders

It was a Wednesday morning in October at The Louisville Ballet School. The second-floor space on Shelbyville Road was mostly quiet, save for some rustling from the back left corner…

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Multiple Sclerosis, Neurosciences

MS fatigue or am I just tired?

Everyone feels tired after a long day or a poor night’s sleep. But if you have multiple sclerosis (MS), fatigue can feel completely different — and understanding that difference between…

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Lung Cancer, News, Prevention and Wellness

Quick, painless scan could be first step toward beating lung cancer

A simple scan could be the first step toward beating the nation’s deadliest cancer. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, according to the…

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Norton Now

Lingering cough? It may be time to take it seriously

It’s been weeks since you got over that cold or other upper respiratory infection, but why? Are you still dealing with a cough? There’s no need to worry yet. Even…

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Menopause, Womens Health

Perimenopause or menopause symptoms? Hormone therapy could be for you

Hormone therapy (HT) can have many benefits for women who are experiencing symptoms associated with perimenopause. Unfortunately, HT is widely misunderstood as a result of highly publicized research done more…

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Norton Audubon, Norton Hospital, Norton West Louisville Hospital, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare, Wound Care

From Sunday church service to emergency surgery

Karen Burke knows firsthand how quickly life can change. While getting ready for church on April 20, 2025, Karen noticed some swelling in her ankle and discomfort in her lower…

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Breast Cancer, Cancer

This two-minute test could be your first line of defense against breast cancer

A two-minute test can reveal a person’s breast cancer risk before it’s too late. One in eight women will develop breast cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. Due to…

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Arm and Hand, Orthopedics

Kentucky artist picks up the brush again after thumb surgery

Art is Max Hassan’s passion. Ever since he was a child, he’s loved to draw. The pencil — to him — fit like a glove in his hand, as he…

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Cancer, Gastroenterology, News

Norton Healthcare first in Kentucky to unveil new treatment for pancreatic cancer

Life-changing, advanced cancer technology has arrived at Norton Audubon Hospital for patients with pancreatic cancer. William B. Evans III, M.D., gastroenterologist with Norton Gastroenterology Consultants of Louisville, recently became the…

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Heart

Louisville man turns heart failure survival into lifesaving advocacy

After surviving heart failure, a Louisville man is championing cardiovascular health and educating others about the importance of lifesaving care. In May 2024, Audwin Helton was enjoying the PGA Championship…

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Norton Community Medical Associates, Primary Care, Young Men's Health

Why weight management really matters

There is no single way to achieve weight loss for men. “If there were, we would all be doing that,” said Joshua H. Brandon, M.D., “but it’s more complicated than…

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