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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News, Prevention and Wellness

Fourth of July hand-washing and food safety tips

July Fourth is right around the corner. People will enjoy cookouts and fireworks — hopefully without feeling sick due to food or a bug passed from another partygoer. Warm temperatures…

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News, Weight Management

How to avoid weight gain while on vacation

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…

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News, Prevention and Wellness

How to prevent firework hand injuries

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….

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