Heart, Neurosciences, Stroke

Luke Perry’s death highlights stroke risk in younger people

“Beverly Hills, 90210″ star Luke Perry died less than a week after suffering a major stroke. He was just 52 years old. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death…

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Bone Cancer, Cancer

Metastatic bone cancer treatment seeks to improve quality of life

Metastatic bone disease, or metastatic cancer to the bone, is a secondary bone cancer that originates somewhere else in the body and then spreads to the bones. Metastatic cancer commonly…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, News

6 Norton Healthcare employees receive Commitment to Compassion Award

Six Norton Healthcare employees have been recognized for their compassionate service in health care at the fourth annual “Commitment to Compassion” awards banquet sponsored by the Partnership for a Compassionate…

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Aneurysm, Endovascular Neurosurgery, Neurosciences, News

New device is big advancement in brain aneurysm treatment

Norton Neuroscience Institute is offering a new treatment for brain aneurysms. According to Tom Yao, M.D., neurosurgeon with Norton Neuroscience Institute, the Woven EndoBridge (WEB) device was approved by the…

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Neurosciences, News

Understanding astrocytoma and glioblastoma brain tumors

Common brain tumor types, such as astrocytoma and glioblastoma, can be hard to pronounce and difficult to understand. “Generally, it’s critically important to understand whether a brain tumor is primary…

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News

Norton Faith & Health Ministries coordinator focuses on giving to others

In honor of Black History Month, Norton Healthcare is celebrating some of the people who make a difference. Michele Harbin, R.N., coordinator, Norton Faith & Health Ministries, has been part…

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NCMA, Norton Now, Norton Primary Care

Primary care providers play an important role in African Americans’ health

Kentucky and Indiana face many challenges when it comes to the health of their residents. They rank among the worst states for obesity and physical inactivity, health outcomes such as…

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Neurosciences, News

4 facts you should know about epilepsy

Epilepsy is a neurological condition diagnosed after a person has two or more seizures without another cause. Epilepsy can have a significant effect on quality of life for individuals and…

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

Kentucky legislator recovering from rare spinal cord tumor

Rep. Kim King has represented central Kentucky’s 55th District for almost a decade. She knows the halls of the state Capitol by heart and has cast hundreds of votes on…

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Cardiology, Heart, Heart Failure

African Americans are at higher risk for heart disease and heart failure — here’s why and what can be done

Heart disease kills more Americans than any other disease, and according to the American Heart Association, African Americans may face a higher risk for heart disease compared with other groups….

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News, Spine

What is scoliosis in adults?

You’ve probably heard about scoliosis in kids, but did you know adults can have it too? Scoliosis is a condition in which the spine develops a curvature. In adults, sometimes…

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Norton Prompt Care at Walgreens opening this week in Louisville and Southern Indiana

Norton Healthcare is opening eight retail health clinics in Walgreens stores across Louisville and Southern Indiana this week. The clinics will be open seven days a week with extended hours…

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