A panel of government-appointed experts has updated its guidelines with new cervical cancer screening options for women ages 30 to 65. For women in this age group, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force now recommends three options: A test for high-risk strains of human papillomavirus (hrHPV) every five years A Pap test (cervical cytology) every three…
Intent on another natural childbirth, Tina Zeller had a lot to look forward to with the birth of her second child. She and her husband, Drew, couldn’t wait for their new baby boy to join an older sister. Tina delivered her first child in June 2016 at Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital under the care…
Loss is hard. When we lose someone or something important to us, we may feel our lives have become out of balance. What is comfortable to us has changed. We experience sadness or anger, longing or anxiety, guilt or helplessness. When we are faced with the loss of someone or something important to us, we…
As a neurosurgeon, Abigail Rao, M.D., has performed many lifesaving surgeries to remove brain tumors and blood clots. As one of Norton Neuroscience Institute’s newest neurosurgeons, her practice now focuses on brain surgeries meant to be life-changing, rather than lifesaving. Using a method called deep brain stimulation (DBS), Dr. Rao places tiny electrodes inside the…
As an oncologist, Joseph J. Maly, M.D., knows art therapy can help improve the lives of people dealing with a medical diagnosis such as cancer. At Norton Cancer Institute – Shelbyville, Dr. Maly recently joined with staff and patients to add his thumbprint to a colorful butterfly painting that represents hope. The aim of this…
Heart disease knows no boundaries. Women of all ages experience various forms of heart disease — a disease that can leave you feeling helpless and alone. Norton Heart & Vascular Institute, in coordination with WomenHeart, is hosting a Sept. 29 retreat for women living with heart disease. The retreat, titled “Healing the Heart – Mind,…
As a young medical resident, Vipul R. Panchal, M.D., brought hot coffee and a stack of electrocardiograms to the hospital bedside of a cardiologist who was undergoing dialysis. Each morning, the doctor shared his hard-earned wisdom with Dr. Panchal, forming a mentorship that helped cement his own journey to become a heart specialist. Dr. Panchal,…
Veterans over age 40 are twice as likely to develop arthritis due to years of intensive wear and tear on their joints. The Arthritis Foundation says combat injuries and basic training, in which new recruits carry packs weighing 60 to 100 pounds or more, can lead to arthritis by injuring and weakening joints. While veterans…
Emilia Sexton’s story is one of overcoming adversity. With a lot of hard work and help from Norton Sports Health, the former Male High School basketball player is now living her dream. “I’ve wanted to play basketball forever,” Emilia said. Emilia’s long-time dream was finally within reach her junior year of high school. She was…
When Tim Reynolds of Shelbyville, Kentucky, came back from an extended business trip, he was hit with what he thought were allergies. Then he started feeling worse and worse. “I was away from the Ohio Valley for several weeks, then came back to the hot, humid growing season, so I thought I had the typical…
Wet underwear after a workout, a wet bathing suit, any wet clothes for too long can lead to one of the most irritating health issues a woman can experience — a vaginal yeast infection. It’s an unpleasant, but very common fungal infection that just about every woman will experience at some point. A yeast infection…
The Norton Sports Health 10k is quickly approaching! It’s almost time to put all of your training to the test. If this is your first or 40th 10k, we have the information and tips to make race day easier. Days before the race Keep an eye out for emails with important information about the race….
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