News, Spine

Herniated disc doesn’t stop Lynsey Buege from training for Kentucky physique and bikini competition

Lynsey Buege from Bullitt County, Kentucky, spent six days a week at the Bullitt County YMCA training for fitness competitions. But last year after placing second at the regional level,…

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New guidelines recommend genetic testing for more patients with breast cancer risk

The American Society of Breast Surgeons released new guidelines recently stating that genetic testing should be made available to all patients with a personal history of breast cancer. This is an important…

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Running advice from trailblazer Kathrine Switzer to motivate your marathon and half-marathon training

Kathrine Switzer was the first woman to officially compete in the Boston Marathon in 1967. You may have seen her in an iconic photo where a man is trying to…

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Heart, Heart Attack, Neurosciences, Stroke

Baby aspirin for your heart? Heart and stroke doctors’ views

New recommendations for taking baby aspirin daily to prevent heart attacks and strokes may have you wondering what to do. According to a cardiologist and a neurologist, fundamentally, advice on…

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Dr. Michelle Julien: the colorectal surgeon with the poop emoji-themed office

Michelle Julien, M.D., is everything you’d expect a surgeon to be — smart, articulate, caring and passionate about her work.  She’s also friendly, warm, approachable and casual. And, she’s funny. …

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3 things to know about the cancer screening that could save your lungs and your life

If you’re eligible to receive a lung cancer screening using a low-dose computed tomography (CT) scan, you may have some anxiety about your results. Knowing what to expect from your…

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Everything you need to know to reserve your spot in line for convenient urgent care

Anyone who has ever tried to get comfortable in a waiting room chair at an urgent care office knows the inconvenience and discomfort of a long wait when you don’t…

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Thousands of adults call poison line for over-the-counter drug mistakes

Most Kentuckians are aware of the hazards of using illegal drugs and abusing prescriptions, but many don’t know that over-the-counter medications also can be dangerous. Of the nearly 50,000 calls…

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Prevention and Wellness, Womens Health

Talking to Your Teen About STDs

Talk to a teenager about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and if they don’t immediately shy away, they will likely offer a variety of answers. It turns out that many teens,…

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News, Womens Health

OB/GYN services now available in Shelby County, Kentucky

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Feb. 28, 2019) – Norton Women’s Health has opened a new office in Governor’s Square, offering obstetrics and gynecology services to Shelby County. The practice is the first…

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Patient stories - Norton Healthcare, Urogynecology, Womens Health

Conquering incontinence and restoring confidence

After the birth of her first child, Donna Gomez began to experience the beginning symptoms of urinary stress incontinence, or the involuntary loss or leakage of urine. She had gained…

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News, Orthopedics

The 1 place at home where you need to pay more attention

It can feel like a scary world out there, with potential danger lurking around every corner. You may be diligent and on guard for hazards when you leave your home,…

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