News, Norton Womens & Childrens Hospital, Obstetrics, Womens Health

New rooms give patients options for childbirth

Patients giving birth at Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital have another option for their experience in two newly renovated labor and delivery rooms. The two rooms offer a more home-like…

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Dementia, Memory, Neurosciences

Reducing your risk of dementia

As a person ages, changes often occur within the brain that may influence memory and other cognitive abilities. A large amount of research suggests that a healthy lifestyle and attention…

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Breast Health, Womens Health

Breast cancer journey for 1 becomes a family affair

Sara Scott received upsetting news. Her niece had been diagnosed with breast cancer. At 40 years old and after her first mammogram, Virginia Doll, a fashion designer in New York…

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Foundation, Parkinson’s Disease

$20 million gift will expand Parkinson’s disease programs and research

Norton Healthcare has announced a gift of $20 million to the “Just Imagine” campaign from the estate of Elizabeth Pahk Cressman, M.D., Ph.D., to support programming and research in Parkinson’s disease and…

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Endocrinology, News, Norton Childrens Medical Associates, Norton Community Medical Associates, Norton Now, Orthopedics

Norton Healthcare, Norton Children’s expand services in Westport Plaza

Norton Healthcare and Norton Children’s continue to fulfill their promise to expand access to health care with the opening of a new multipractice location in Westport Plaza in northeastern Louisville….

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Equity inclusion belonging, Health Equity, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

6 months after first dose, Norton Neuroscience Institute becomes top program for new Alzheimer’s drug

For Pam and Rick Jeffries, it’s become like clockwork. Every other Friday morning, at the same time of day, they drive to the Norton Infusion Center on the Norton Brownsboro…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare

Hospital nutrition director began as an intern, now has long legacy of teaching and mentoring

When Sierra Rogers talks about her life’s work, her face brightens like a kid in a candy store. Her eyes sparkle. She exudes enthusiasm in a way that connects with…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare

Longtime nurse finds ‘a blessing every day’ in helping patients in Madison, Indiana

When asked about her nearly 46 years in nursing, Rhonda Bruther, R.N., smiled and then teared up a bit. If you know Rhonda, her reaction is not surprising. A patient…

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Migraine and Headaches, Neurosciences

Some foods can trigger migraine attacks; try eating whole foods regularly and drinking water

For some people with migraine, certain foods can trigger migraine attacks. The migraine trigger foods can be different for everyone, but some common suspects include caffeine, aged cheese, red wine…

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Migraine and Headaches, Neurosciences

Trying to figure out how to get rid of a headache? Treatment options can depend on many factors

Many people wonder how they can get rid of a headache. The best way to treat headaches can depend on your personal situation, symptoms, lifestyle and medical history. Many headache…

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Foundation, News, Norton Healthcare Foundation

Norton Healthcare, Norton Children’s launch $200 million fundraising campaign

Not-for-profit Norton Healthcare and Norton Children’s ask for the community’s help to improve health and quality of life for every person in Kentucky and Southern Indiana. The organization, along with…

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Migraine and Headaches, Neurosciences

Can weather trigger migraine and headaches? Yes, and here’s what you need to know.

Jokes and memes about Kentucky weather abound: You can have all four seasons in a day! One day it’s 70 degrees, the next it’s snowing. But for people who get migraine…

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