Brain Cancer, Brain Tumor, Brain Tumor, Cancer, Neurosciences, Research and Clinical Trials

New immunotherapy vaccine for glioblastoma tested at Norton Cancer Institute

Renato V. LaRocca, M.D., values the opportunity to be at the forefront of brain cancer research. As a neuro-oncologist and cancer medicine specialist with Norton Cancer Institute, Dr. LaRocca has…

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Cancer, COVID19, Telehealth

Sure, telehealth is safer, but for one patient it’s just so convenient

Like many cancer patients, Misty Aubrey’s calendar is filled with appointments. She meets regularly with her oncologist, behavioral oncologist and neurologist. To be safer during the height of the COVID-19…

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Cancer, Colon Cancer, Colonoscopy, Prevention and Wellness

How to make colonoscopy prep easier

Esta publicación también está disponible en español. Colonoscopy prep is nothing to dread. Think of it as a good cleaning out with none of the pain or ill feelings you…

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Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Gynecology, Norton Womens & Childrens Hospital, Ovarian Cancer, Uterine Cancer, Womens Health

Surgeon’s mission trip takes expertise in women’s surgery to Nicaragua

Each year, more than 200 women are able to see David L. Doering, M.D., for issues requiring surgery for gynecologic cancers. A “Master Surgeon” as designated by the Surgical Review…

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Cancer, Lung Cancer, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare, Prevention and Wellness, Pulmonary, Weekly Health Tip

Lung screening catches woman’s cancer, avoids need for chemo or radiation

Margaret Taylor, 72, started smoking as a 14-year-old growing up in Tell City, Indiana. It became an addiction of at least a pack a day that lasted a total of…

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Cancer, Lung Cancer, Prevention and Wellness

Radon is a dangerous carcinogen and a particular risk in Jefferson, Bullitt and Nelson counties

Radon is a dangerous carcinogen. The odorless, invisible gas is the No. 1 cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers and the No. 2 cause of lung cancer deaths. The radioactive…

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Cancer, Employee stories - Norton Healthcare

Nurse is advocate for her patients diagnosed with cancer

Deborah Pirtle, R.N., oncology patient navigator with Norton Cancer Institute, firmly believes that one day there will be a cure for cancer. Until then, she is dedicated to advocating for…

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Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Head and Neck Tumors, Lung Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Skin Cancers, Uterine Cancer

Women’s cancer facilities and specialized urgent care part of renovation

Renovations underway at Norton Cancer Institute – Downtown and nearby facilities will expand and relocate many cancer subspecialties. Completion is planned for February 2020, with two downtown campus locations getting…

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Cancer, Foundation

Churchill Downs named Philanthropist of the Year – Organization

In 2017, Churchill Downs named the Norton Healthcare Foundation its charitable beneficiary of the Kentucky Oaks. Over the past year, Churchill Downs raised more than $75,000 to benefit breast health…

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Breast Cancer, Cancer, Newsjacking

Can coloring or straightening hair increase breast cancer risk?

The link between chemicals and cancer is often in question. The latest is a study that found a higher risk of developing breast cancer among women who used permanent hair…

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Cancer, Employee stories - Norton Healthcare

Patient navigator has had passion for oncology since nursing school

Rhonda Walker, R.N., patient navigator with Norton Cancer Institute, has had a passion for working with patients with cancer since she attended nursing school. “The changes and advancements I have…

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Cancer, Norton Hospital, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

Nurses arrange Louisville Cardinals men’s basketball visit for cancer patient

Jeremiah Howe’s last wish was to go to Louisville Cardinals basketball game. With advanced cancer, he needed to remain in the hospital for care. But the nursing team at Norton…

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