Colon Cancer, Colonoscopy, Health Equity, Norton Community Medical Associates

Recommended colon cancer screening for African American men

Colon cancer is a treatable cancer, especially if it is caught in the early stages. Screening saves lives every year. Steven Patton, D.O., family medicine physician, Norton Medical Group, wants…

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Cancer

Is massage therapy good for cancer patients?

Oncology massage has gained popularity as a complement to typical treatments (chemotherapy, surgery, etc.) for many types of cancer. A recent “HopeCast” podcast episode discussed its use at Norton Cancer Institute,…

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Cancer, Gastroenterology, Prevention and Wellness

Colon cancer: Should you be screened?

Colorectal cancer is the fourth-leading cancer killer of adults in the U.S. It also is one of the most preventable cancers and very treatable when caught early. By understanding when…

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Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Cancer, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare, Womens Health

Mother and daughter’s pillows provide unique comfort to breast cancer patients

Four years ago, Sara Westerman was diagnosed with breast cancer. She chose treatment that included a double mastectomy with reconstruction. While preparing for surgery, Sara discovered pillows designed for patients…

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Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Cancer, Womens Health

Breast cancer ‘thriver’ offers practical comfort to other patients

Rhonda Cash calls herself a breast cancer “thriver.” She practices self-care by giving back to her community and shares comforting gifts with cancer patients going through treatment. “I want other…

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Cancer

Care at Norton Cancer Institute is accredited by the Commission on Cancer

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, consider the merits of choosing care that is accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. Norton…

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Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Cancer, Womens Health

Health care is self-care: Act now for your breast health

At Norton Healthcare, we believe annual mammograms are one of the most important forms of self-care you   can practice. Thanks partly to early detection, breast cancer is one of the…

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Cancer

If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, here are questions to ask

Being ready with questions to ask your oncologist can help put you back in control after hearing the scary news of a cancer diagnosis. Understanding your disease and how it’s…

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Behavioral Health, Behavioral Oncology, Cancer

Cancer care for the whole person includes emotional health

No one needs to face cancer alone. A cancer diagnosis is life-altering, and living with cancer can cause feelings of fear, sadness, nervousness and uncertainty, and a sense of being…

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Cancer, Employee stories - Norton Healthcare

A conversation with Madison, Indiana, oncologist Ajay Kandra, M.D.

Ajay K. Kandra, M.D., has practiced medical oncology since 2010 and has a special interest in lung, breast, colon and prostate cancers. His passions are caring for cancer patients, the…

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Bike to Beat Cancer, Cancer, Foundation

Biking to beat cancer and supporting others — from Massachusetts

High school English teacher Annemarie Finn has never been to Louisville to ride in Bike to Beat Cancer. In fact, Annemarie does not live in the region or even in…

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Cancer, Colon Cancer, Colonoscopy, Prevention and Wellness

Cómo facilitar la preparación de la colonoscopia

This story is also available in English La preparación para una colonoscopia no es nada de lo que haya que temer. Considere que se trata de una buena limpieza sin…

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