Traveling is something many look forward to during the summer months. However, it can be easy to let your eating habits slip and choose convenient, unhealthy options while on the road or in the airport — leading to vacation weight gain. “It is very easy to gain weight during travel,” said Hope Theiss, licensed and registered…
It’s fun to play with fireworks … until it’s not. Emergency rooms across the country see an increase in burns and hand injuries around the Fourth of July. Charity S. Burke, M.D., hand surgeon, Norton Louisville Arm & Hand, is no stranger to treating fireworks injuries. “When you’re the on-call hand surgeon during the Fourth…
Eighteen years ago, at age 38, Carolyn Wallace was diagnosed with advanced breast cancer. Years after chemotherapy and radiation, Carolyn is living cancer-free. Then more devastating news: Her then 3-year-old grandson, Rylan, had leukemia. “It was worse than my diagnosis,” Carolyn said. Carolyn got involved with Bike to Beat Cancer in 2010. Last year, she…
NPride, Norton Healthcare’s LGBTQ and allies’ employee resource group, celebrates Pride Month by recognizing a few of our notable employee members. The patient experience is important at Norton Healthcare. We value quality, safety and respect — with every patient, every time. A positive patient experience could lead to continued services, expanding of a patient’s network of…
Despite the widespread availability of safe and effective vaccines, adult immunization rates remain low in the U.S. — and far below the targets set by Healthy People 2020, a national agenda to improve the health of Americans. “Many people associate immunizations with childhood and teen years; however, there are two recommended vaccine schedules — one…
The hottest part of the year is right around the corner, which means iced coffee is no longer an acceptable way to stay hydrated. The summer heat tends to take a toll on our bodies. It also can have a serious impact on our attitudes due to changes in sleep patterns, dehydration and restrictions on…
Scoliosis, an abnormal curvature of the spine, affects an estimated 7 million people in the United States, according to the National Scoliosis Foundation. Scoliosis may occur in children who have congenital or neuromuscular disorders but most often occurs in healthy children with no known cause. While most cases of scoliosis are diagnosed between age 10…
As Brandon Lewis’s once active lifestyle slowed dramatically over time, he began noticing issues like high blood pressure and chest pain. A teacher, he didn’t have energy for his music students. Even simple everyday tasks became difficult. With a wife he adores and a baby on the way, Brandon knew he had to take action….
“Respect every person” is one of Norton Healthcare’s values, the foundation for how our organization conducts itself as we provide care for our patients and create a positive culture for our employees. Our diversity and inclusion department is leading the charge to ensure that value is put into action. “Respect is a human expectation,” said…
It’s no secret that the changing health care landscape makes tools such as MyNortonChart more important than ever. An online MyNortonChart account gives you an easy way to make health care decisions. It also helps providers and office staff keep up with patients’ needs. Erica Briggs, receptionist at Norton Heart Specialists, is a big believer…
Do you know the four periods of time when you are most vulnerable to a running injury? During the initial four to six months of training Upon returning to training after an injury When you increase your distance When you increase your speed Most injuries are caused by recurring factors that runners or walkers often…
NPride, Norton Healthcare’s LGBTQ and allies’ employee resource group, celebrates Pride Month by recognizing a few of our notable employee members. Nick Clark, manager in Norton Healthcare’s marketing and communications department, has been a champion of inclusion since joining the organization in 2014. He’s stepped up in a big way to promote LGBTQ equality at…
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