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World Hepatitis Day raises awareness about virus

Throughout the world, more than 300 million people have one of three types of hepatitis and are not aware of it. Hepatitis is an inflammatory condition of the liver. The…

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What you need to know about Ritz and Goldfish cracker recalls

The recall Mondelez International Inc., the parent company of brands Ritz Cracker Sandwiches and Ritz Bits, has issued a voluntary recall for both of these products. Likewise, Pepperidge Farm, the…

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MyNortonChart, News

Norton MyChart now sends text messages about new test results, appointments, messages from your provider and more

Norton Healthcare’s Norton MyChart online medical record can now alert you through text messages. Get updates about new test results that have been posted, when an earlier appointment becomes available…

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Cancer, Skin Cancers, Wound Care

Find out why maggots are lucky, not yucky, for treating serious wounds

Fair warning: If you’re squeamish, you may find this a bit gross. However, it’s quite amazing when you consider the end results. Jae Jung, M.D., Norton Cancer Institute, is melding…

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Cardiology, Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Heart

Inspired by his pediatrician, Dr. Donovan found his calling in cardiology

James P. Donovan, M.D., is a cardiologist with Norton Heart Specialists. Tell me about the first memory, academic or otherwise, that comes to mind when you think about medical school….

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Orthopedics

Norton Orthopedic Institute now offers same-day appointments

When you break a bone, twist an ankle or dislocate a shoulder, you need care as soon as possible. Norton Orthopedic Institute now offers same-day appointments for injuries and chronic conditions. Our specialists…

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Video visit keeps family at home and healthy

Families share everything — food, television remotes, laughter and, sometimes, sickness. Three times in one week, Brittany Burke’s family received medical care that would normally mean a trip to the…

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Sports Health

Running for beginners: Form, breathing, pace

Beginning a new running routine can be challenging, but knowing how to run can improve your experience and get you excited about your new exercise endeavor. All you need are…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Recruiting

Leader makes career growth a priority for her staff

Colleen French, supervisor, Guest Services, Norton Hospital, is so passionate about helping her staff grow that she begins discussing opportunities while interviewing candidates. “What is your dream job?” she asks,…

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Heart, News

World Health Organization calls for global elimination of trans fat by 2023

Goodbye. Adiós. Au revoir. Sayonara. No matter how you say it, this is what all countries may soon be saying to trans fats. The World Health Organization (WHO) is on…

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Cancer, News

Liver cancer deaths increase nationally

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that the national death rate for liver cancer has risen 43 percent in men and 40 percent in…

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Hispana/Latina Feria de la Salud es 28 de Julio

Sábado, 28 de Julio de 2018 Iglesia San Bartolomé 2042 Buechel Bank Road Louisville, Kentucky 8 a.m. a mediodía Los siguientes examines se proveerán.  Para citas favor llamar al  (502)…

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