News, Sports Health

Want to be ready for your next competition? Don’t forget to train your mind

  Every athlete knows about the pressure to perform. It’s an inevitable part of any competition. However, often, athletes prioritize physical over mental preparation. Vanessa Shannon, Ph.D., director of mental performance…

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News, Prevention and Wellness

West Nile virus in South Louisville

Louisville Metro Department of Health and Wellness released a statement on Tuesday, Aug. 9, explaining mosquitoes found in a South Louisville location have tested positive for West Nile virus. According…

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News, Spine

Two years after life-changing scoliosis surgery, teen athlete helps kids

Just months ago, 13-year-old Reagan Herndon made the Butler Traditional High School junior varsity girls softball team — a feat that brings her one step closer to her dream of…

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Heart, News

Vascular surgeon Ferenc Nagy, M.D., loves helping patients and credits his immigrant parents

Ferenc P. Nagy, M.D., credits his parents for where he is today — a successful vascular surgeon doing a job he loves. They encouraged him to get the education they…

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Cancer, News

Young supporters run 4,000 miles across America to fight cancer

How far would you go to help stop cancer? This summer, 90 college-age students have been running 4,000 miles across the country — that’s about 5.6 million steps each —…

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Neurosciences, Parkinson’s Disease

M.A.S.H. star reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis

Alan Alda recently revealed that he has been living with Parkinson’s disease. The “M.A.S.H.” star appeared on “CBS This Morning” and shared that he was diagnosed three years ago. Parkinson’s disease is…

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New Parent, News, Obstetrics

Does solid food over breastfeeding really help babies sleep better?

A recent debate about feeding infants solid food before 6 months of age has become a point of conversation among new mothers. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, mothers…

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Cancer, Skin Cancers, Wound Care

Find out why maggots are lucky, not yucky, for treating serious wounds

Fair warning: If you’re squeamish, you may find this a bit gross. However, it’s quite amazing when you consider the end results. Jae Jung, M.D., Norton Cancer Institute, is melding…

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Cardiology, Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Heart

Inspired by his pediatrician, Dr. Donovan found his calling in cardiology

James P. Donovan, M.D., is a cardiologist with Norton Heart Specialists. Tell me about the first memory, academic or otherwise, that comes to mind when you think about medical school….

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Orthopedics

Norton Orthopedic Institute now offers same-day appointments

When you break a bone, twist an ankle or dislocate a shoulder, you need care as soon as possible. Norton Orthopedic Institute now offers same-day appointments for injuries and chronic conditions. Our specialists…

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Sports Health

Running for beginners: Form, breathing, pace

Beginning a new running routine can be challenging, but knowing how to run can improve your experience and get you excited about your new exercise endeavor. All you need are…

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Heart, News

World Health Organization calls for global elimination of trans fat by 2023

Goodbye. Adiós. Au revoir. Sayonara. No matter how you say it, this is what all countries may soon be saying to trans fats. The World Health Organization (WHO) is on…

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