Cancer

Evolving cancer care in an evolving world

While the world was facing a global pandemic and many countries, including our own, were dealing with political and social divisions, care providers and researchers like those at the Norton…

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Cancer

Over age 26? You may be eligible for the HPV vaccine

Over the age of 26? You still may be able to get the HPV vaccine. What is HPV? The human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI)….

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Brain Cancer, Brain Tumor, Brain Tumor, Cancer, Neurosciences, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

Brain cancer doesn’t stop for the pandemic; it didn’t stop for Ben Smith

A seizure in late May, followed by another in early June led Ben Smith to the emergency department at Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital. Visitor restrictions were in place due…

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Cancer, Lymphoma, Skin Cancers

UVB light as a treatment for cutaneous lymphoma

Ultraviolet light, specifically, narrowband UVB light, can reduce skin inflammation, especially as a treatment for eczema and psoriasis. A Louisville-area dermatologist is using this therapy as a treatment for cutaneous…

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Cancer, Cancer 2021, Ovarian Cancer, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare, Uterine Cancer

Living with ovarian cancer, Stephanie Virgin is a focused mom and advocate for awareness

Photo by Anna May Photography Stephanie Virgin was 29 and hoping to start a family, so ovarian cancer was the last thing on her mind — even when she experienced…

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Cancer, Cancer 2021, Lymphoma, News, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

In sickness and in health

The lump on Lonnie Gardner’s left arm looked innocuous. Maybe an insect bite, he reasoned. For weeks in 2014, the human resources professional went about his business, unconcerned. But the…

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Cancer, Cancer 2021, News, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

Wanda’s tale of triumph

I have gone through it — you know, the losing of my hair, losing my fingernails, my toenails, my breasts. I was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer on July…

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Behavioral Health, Cancer, Womens Health

Sexual health during cancer treatment

Changes in sexual health may not be top of mind when you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, but it might be more important than you expect. It’s important to talk to…

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Brain Cancer, Brain Tumor, Brain Tumor, Cancer, Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Neurosciences

World-class training and the joy of bonding with patients

Neuro-oncologist Kaylyn Sinicrope, M.D., always wanted to a doctor, a profession that combines two things she loves to do. “I’ve always had an interest in fixing problems and helping people,”…

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Cancer, Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer impacts 1 in every 7 African American males

The news of a prostate cancer diagnosis for beloved morning show host and meteorologist Al Roker “came as a shock” to him and his family, he shared recently. But he…

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Cancer

Cancer evaluation and diagnostic clinic opens on West Hill Street

Masses, lumps or abnormalities may or may not be cancer. Making a determination can be quite complicated and requires access to state-of-the-art testing, knowledgeable specialists who can make the right…

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Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Cancer

Is it just a rash or inflammatory breast cancer?

Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is form of breast cancer that often can be mistaken for a rash, allergic reaction or minor infection. Although it is aggressive and fast-growing, it is…

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