Breast Cancer, Cancer, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

Kentucky breast cancer survivors writing book to empower patients after diagnosis

One word can turn into one sentence, and a sentence a paragraph, and paragraphs into a story. And this story is about resilience, perspective and enough courage for a lifetime….

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Cancer, Womens Health

‘I knew something wasn’t right’: Cathy’s fight with vulvar cancer

Cathy Hinko noticed something wasn’t right, but she did what so many people do: She waited. Her next annual gynecology appointment was just a month away. Surely it could wait…

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During Your Pregnancy, Obstetrics, Planning Your Pregnancy

Should you take acetaminophen during pregnancy?

During pregnancy, there are many guidelines for patients to follow, ranging from what to eat, what not to eat, how to exercise and what medications are safe to take. One…

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Norton Healthcare Foundation

Generous gift from graduate of historic Louisville nursing school funds new scholarship for aspiring nurses

Once a nurse, always a nurse. For Gay Wilson, it’s a calling that has lasted a lifetime. Gay grew up in Southern Indiana and went to New Albany High School…

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Cardiothoracic Surgery, Heart, News

Norton Heart & Vascular Institute first in Kentucky to perform minimally invasive valve procedure

Norton Heart & Vascular Institute specialists made history on Tuesday, Dec. 9, as they performed a first-of-its-kind transcatheter tricuspid heart valve replacement, offering new hope for patients with severe tricuspid…

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Heart, Heart Attack, News, Norton Audubon, Norton Brownsboro, Norton Hospital, Norton Womens & Childrens Hospital

Norton Healthcare receives seventh consecutive Chest Pain accreditation

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized six Norton Healthcare adult-service hospitals for demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. Norton Healthcare has the most facilities…

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Heart, Heart Failure

From heart failure to new beginnings: A father’s journey through recovery and love

Some moments change everything. For Devante McGowan, that moment came on what seemed like an ordinary day at home with the people he loved most. When everything changed At just…

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Ortho - Shoulder, Orthopedics

Destination Louisville: Texas man flies to Kentucky for life-changing shoulder surgery

There he was — standing — on the turf in the center of the gym. Percy Reynolds, in his polo shirt and jeans, was preparing to meet the moment. His…

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Cancer, Lung Cancer

From caregiver to survivor: Shepherdsville woman’s journey shows why cancer screenings save lives

Robin Meyer spent years caring for cancer patients — never imagining she’d one day fight the disease herself. The 62-year-old Shepherdsville woman cared for patients in her role as a…

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Norton Now

Cold vs. flu vs. allergies? How to tell the difference

It seems like everyone is sniffling this time of year. During fall and winter, upper respiratory infections and persistent coughs become increasingly common. Whether you’re a busy parent or a…

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Neurosciences, Parkinson’s Disease

New adaptive dance class brings hope and healing to those with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders

It was a Wednesday morning in October at The Louisville Ballet School. The second-floor space on Shelbyville Road was mostly quiet, save for some rustling from the back left corner…

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Multiple Sclerosis, Neurosciences

MS fatigue or am I just tired?

Everyone feels tired after a long day or a poor night’s sleep. But if you have multiple sclerosis (MS), fatigue can feel completely different — and understanding that difference between…

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