Expecting, Obstetrics

Doula, epidural, nitrous oxide … mothers-to-be have options for their birth plan

When planning for a baby, expectant parents have many things to consider. Choosing a name, finding a car seat and getting on the right daycare waiting list suddenly become priorities….

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News, Sports Health

Rest days are important for all runners

Training for race day is hard work, mentally and physically. We all need a day off and here’s why: Norton Sports Health You don’t have to be an elite athlete…

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Recruiting

Norton Healthcare wins Healthiest Employer of Louisville

Norton Healthcare was named 2018 Healthiest Employer of Louisville by Business First on Thursday, July 12, winning the top award in the category for large organizations with 5,000 or more…

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Hepatitis C, Infectious Disease, Obstetrics

Kentucky is first state to screen pregnant women for hepatitis C

Effective July 1, 2018, all Kentucky women who are pregnant will be tested for hepatitis C (hep C) during their first prenatal visit with a health provider. The screening is…

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News

Employee resource groups spark new conversations with a focus on mission

Norton Healthcare’s employee resource groups are helping the organization be more understanding, empathetic and supportive of those we are connected to, including our patients, employees and community. From free meals…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, News

Know your numbers now to reduce your risk later

Sara Candler, physical therapist, Norton Brownsboro Hospital, and her husband, Dennis, found areas of concern with their health after an annual wellness exam. The exam was part of N Good…

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Maternal-Fetal Medicine, News, Obstetrics, Planning Your Pregnancy

Millennials waiting to have kids – more pregnancies happening after 35

Millennials are delaying milestones such as getting married and starting a family, and it’s reflected in U.S. birth rates — more women are giving birth at age 35 and older….

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Atrial Fibrillation, Heart

What is A-fib?

Atrial fibrillation, also called A-fib, is a disease of the heart. It causes an irregular heartbeat, often faster than normal. Between 3 and 6 million people in the U.S. have…

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News, Pulmonary

Unhealthy Air Quality Index: How to deal with air pollution and asthma

It’s no secret that Greater Louisville is a challenging place to live for people with allergies and asthma. Warm temperatures early in the spring and late into the fall can…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, News

Veteran nurse provides compassionate care to patients – and his team

When Kenneth P. Hall, R.N., joined Norton Audubon Hospital’s 5 East cardiac telemetry unit in October 2011, little did he know how profound his impact would be there. Now, almost…

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News, Recipes

Watermelon salad with feta, blueberries and honey vinaigrette

Serves 8 Prep time: 10 minutes Ingredients 1 personal, seedless watermelon, diced ½ pint blueberries 2 oz crumbled feta cheese Dressing 1/8 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar…

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News, Recipes

Taco flag dip

Taco flag dip – no cooking required! Makes 16 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Ingredients 10oz plain Greek yogurt 8 oz Greek yogurt cream cheese DIY taco seasoning or 1…

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