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5 more reasons to drink red wine

Many studies have surfaced on the health benefits of wine when consumed in moderation. For many of us, just hearing the words “health benefits” and “wine” in the same sentence…

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Heart, News

Calling an ambulance can save your life

Medical experts stress the importance of calling 911 if you think you are having a stroke. Unfortunately, research has found that about one-third of people experiencing symptoms do not arrive…

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Cancer, News

A magic bullet against cancer?

Move more. Work out. Stay active. We hear every day that regular exercise is an important part of staying healthy. The idea of exercise as a powerful cancer-fighter is nothing…

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News, Prevention and Wellness

Why you may not be using sunscreen right

Did you know just one blistering sunburn as a child more than doubles the chance of getting skin cancer later in life? Learn how to use sunscreen correctly to protect…

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News, Womens Health

Putting the BOOM back in baby boomer

Yeah, yeah. We know, we know. Exercise is good for us. You don’t have to search very hard to find the scientific evidence to prove it. For postmenopausal women especially,…

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News, Recipes

Rub a little spice into your life!

Go ahead. Be brave. Move beyond salt and pepper, and explore adding different spices to the foods you eat. Spices not only taste good, they enhance flavor without adding calories,…

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News, Sports Health

Ready for a soggy Bike to Work Day?

Biking to work — or anywhere for that matter — has been made easier thanks to Louisville’s commitment to improving the rideability of our city. Recently ranked a Silver Bicycle…

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News, Teens

A deadly road for Kentucky teens

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for 15- to 20-year-olds nationwide. Per mile driven, teens are involved in three times as many fatal crashes as all other…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, News

An 8,000-mile journey to change lives

As HIV, antibiotic-resistant infections and other global health epidemics continue to mount fears, the demand grows for infectious disease physicians like Makhawadee Pongruangporn, M.D. However, amid local and international health…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, News, Obstetrics

The joy and pain of two blue lines

“You’re never going to believe this. I guess we just tested too early.” Those were the words I said to my husband (through tears of joy) when I called to…

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News, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

Teen takes health into his own hands

When Sam Rickert looked in the mirror, he didn’t like what he saw: an unfit, overweight young man. He decided to make a change after noticing that fit people maintain…

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New Mom, New Parent, News

What not to say to a new mom

A new baby usually brings much joy and happiness. But sometimes the increased stress of a new baby in addition to hormone fluctuations and changes to a woman’s body can…

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