Neurosciences, News

Do you know what a seizure looks like?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported in August 2017 that there are more people living with epilepsy in the United States than ever before. More than 3.4 million people, including over 470,000 children, live with active epilepsy. Numbers have increased substantially from previously reported data, leading researchers to believe the condition is…

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Cancer, News

Churchill Downs, Derby Divas and Norton Cancer Institute announce three-year Oaks Pink Out partnership to support local breast health program

Churchill Downs, Derby Divas and Norton Cancer Institute have announced they will partner through 2020 to raise funds during the Kentucky Oaks to help provide care to local women who lack access to breast health screenings and services. To celebrate the continuation of the partnership for another three years, Churchill Downs, Derby Divas and Norton…

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News

New graduate RN interviewing and hiring event

Saturday, March 3, 2018 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Norton Healthcare Learning Center 9500 Ormsby Station Road, Second Floor Louisville, Kentucky To register: Apply to Job ID 10376 If you have questions, email: Laura Heller, Recruitment Sourcer Donnie Humphrey, Senior Recruiter

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News, Orthopedics

Cold, rainy weather is a forecast for arthritis pain

You’ve probably heard someone say, “It’s going to storm — I can feel it in my hip.” Think it’s just an old wives’ tale? Believe it. Research backs the claims of people with osteoarthritis feeling weather-related aches and pains. What type of weather is worst for arthritis? Snow, ice and freezing rain sounds like a…

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News, Recipes

Tasty taco dip recipe

  Taco Salad Dip Makes 8 servings Prep time: 10 minutes 10 ounces plain Greek yogurt 8 ounces cream cheese made with Greek yogurt, softened 1 package low-sodium taco seasoning 1 bundle green onions, diced 2 cups romaine lettuce, diced Small tomato, diced 4 ounces low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded In a medium mixing bowl, mix…

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Heart, News

Heart association recommends EMS go up to a half hour out of the way to reach a Comprehensive Stroke Center

If someone is having a stroke, the chance of survival when taken to a Comprehensive Stroke Center versus another hospital can be significant. So significant, in fact, that the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) recommend emergency medical services (EMS) go out of their way if necessary to take stroke patients to one…

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Flu, News, Prevention and Wellness

Is it a stomach bug or flu?

We all know someone who has been impacted by the flu. But sometimes what we call the flu really is a stomach bug, and vice versa. How can you tell the difference? “Many people use the term ‘flu’ to refer to a wide range of illnesses,” said Rachel Alexander, APRN, nurse practitioner with Norton eCare….

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News

Norton Healthcare celebrates nearly 500 grads

Nearly 500 Norton Healthcare employees were recognized on Feb. 12, 2018, for furthering their education at a ceremony sponsored by the Norton Healthcare Office of Workforce Development and Norton University. The celebration honored employees who completed the following educational programs in 2017: Elevating First-Line Employees: 21 employees School at Work: 19 employees Professional certifications: 30…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Heart, News

Why I wear red: To remind us of what we need to know to keep our hearts healthy

In honor of American Heart Month, Paula Beickman shares why she wears red to raise awareness each February: Because knowledge is power, and it can save a life.     For the past 25 years, I have worked at Norton Heart Specialists. It’s my career, yes, but it is so much more. It has become part…

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News, Womens Health

HBO star Lena Dunham had hysterectomy due to endometriosis

Lena Dunham, writer and actress for HBO’s “Girls,” chronicled her experience with severe endometriosis for Vogue magazine. Dunham had nine surgeries during her decade-long struggle with the condition before choosing to have a hysterectomy at age 31. The surgery removes the uterus and ovaries. Dunham’s essay focuses on the emotional effects of losing her chance…

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Ortho - Hip, Ortho - Knee, Orthopedics

Top 5 joint replacement myths

Living with chronic joint pain in a knee or hip can keep you from living life the way you want to. Do you have a reason for “grinning and bearing” the pain instead of making an appointment with your doctor? Are misconceptions getting between you and the care you need? Myth: I’m too young/old to…

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Dementia, Neurosciences, Sports Health

New CTE research gives former professional boxer hope

James Pritchard vividly remembers his professional boxing career, down to details of almost every match. And there were dozens upon dozens of matches. “This is me back in the ‘80s. I was young then,” James, 56, said as he flipped through photos of himself in the boxing ring. Though his speech is slurred, he can…

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