Patient stories - Norton Healthcare, Spine

Minimally invasive spine surgery sets woman on path to healthy living, starting a family

Every morning, rain or shine, Hanna Sweeney is out walking in her neighborhood near the University of Louisville. The miles and the time can vary, but the reason for Hanna’s…

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Multiple Sclerosis, Neurosciences

Does Epstein-Barr virus cause MS?

A study led by a team of Harvard scientists shows strong evidence that Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is the leading cause of multiple sclerosis (MS), shedding new light on a mystery…

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Heart, Heart Failure, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

From heart failure to recovery: Medication helps rebuild pastor’s heart

It’s not every day that your doctor calls you a textbook example. But that’s what Pastor F. Bruce Williams’ cardiologist called him. Pastor Williams is an example for other African…

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Neurosciences, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

Woman credits early diagnosis, specialized care for successful life with Parkinson’s disease

Is there anything quite like an afternoon walk with your dog? In Dianne Steinert’s case, it’s a walk with her daughter’s dog, Emmy, a black-and-white border collie, who’s bustling with…

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Migraine and Headaches, Neurosciences, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

Botox treatment for migraine helps Louisville woman relieve 20 years of headaches

Glenda Leary remembers her first migraine. “I was sitting at home on the couch, and I was so nauseous I couldn’t even get up,” Glenda said. The sudden pain was…

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Sports Health

Detoxing after vacation? Look at diet, exercise and sleep

Eventually, the sun will set on a warm-weather vacation, leaving beaches and other activities in the rearview mirror. For many, re-acclimating into day-to-day diet and exercise routines may bring up…

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Research and Clinical Trials

Norton Healthcare expands research initiatives with formation of Norton Research Institute

Norton Healthcare has expanded its research efforts with the creation of Norton Research Institute, the central entity overseeing all research throughout the organization, including clinical trials, across a multitude of…

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Cardiology, During Your Pregnancy, Heart, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Obstetrics, Women’s Heart Program

Experts recommend screening for high blood pressure while pregnant

The risks of high blood pressure while pregnant have prompted a panel of medical experts to recommend all pregnant people get blood pressure screenings at every prenatal visit. The draft…

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Bike to Beat Cancer, Cancer

Bike to Beat Cancer is an emotional time for the Schembari family and the rest of Team Bryant

Cassie Schembari was a 19-year-old Bellarmine University student when she was diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia. “Cassie took it in stride,” said her mother, Jackie Schembari. “She was a fighter…

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Patient stories - Norton Healthcare, Spine

After looking in Boston, woman finds back pain relief in Louisville

Around 12 years ago, Joanne Attardi began having back pain she attributed to a fall. As it got worse every day, she sought help from numerous specialists near her home…

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Brand Feature, Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Sports Health

Supporting the whole athlete with Norton Sports Health

2020 was a year unlike any other in recent history. Defined by the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, it was a time marked by anxiety, frustration and rapid change, but…

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Cancer, Gastroenterology, News

Gastrointestinal (GI) cancers are common and treatable — here’s what you need to know

Gastrointestinal (GI) cancer can develop anywhere along the digestive tract, which runs about 25 feet through the body from the mouth to the anus. Many GI cancers are easily treated…

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