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….
Twelve-year-old Aubrey Hinkle’s scoliosis diagnosis came after her poor posture caught her stepfather’s eye. “He asked her to stand straight and she said she was standing straight,” said Aubrey’s mother, Nicole Sewell. No matter how hard Aubrey tried to stand straight, her back was lopsided. “I pulled up her shirt and knew exactly what it…
When the new Norton Cancer Institute – Brownsboro opens this fall, it will be a big first for Norton Healthcare. With three floors and 48,500 square feet of space, this $38 million investment will bring all of Norton Cancer Institute’s specialty cancer services together under one roof for the first time. As you would guess,…
People are motivated to lose weight for different reasons. For some it’s a big occasion looming in the near future — perhaps a wedding or beach vacation. For others, their physician may be urging them to drop a few pounds after the number on the scale creeps a little too high. Emily Chambers found her…
All women are at risk for ovarian cancer. An annual well-woman exam and regular visits to an OB/GYN provide opportunities to discuss your ovarian cancer risk and any possible ovarian cancer symptoms. Ovarian cancer risk factors Factors that may increase risk for ovarian cancer include: Due for a well-woman exam? Norton Healthcare Prevention & Wellness…