A new group of donors has joined the Wade Mountz Heritage Society after making planned gifts totaling more than $1.5 million to the Norton Children’s Hospital Foundation and/or Norton Healthcare Foundation. The model of charitable estate planning used for the Wade Mountz Heritage Society allows individuals to leave a lasting legacy. To date, members of…
New research suggests that young African Americans (in their 20s, 30s and 40s) are living with or dying from conditions typical of older white Americans — like high blood pressure. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), high blood pressure is more common in non-Hispanic Black adults (54%) than in other non-Hispanic groups….
The cause of high blood pressure in young adults isn’t always known, but addressing obesity, sedentary lifestyle and excessive alcohol or salt can be the first steps toward bringing your blood pressure down. Some patients with high blood pressure may not notice a difference in how they feel, but over time, the increased stress on…
If you or someone you’re with is experience stroke or heart attack symptoms, call 911 right away. Paramedics can start delivering lifesaving treatment as soon as they arrive. If you are ill or are with someone who is, having medical emergency information ready beforehand can be critical. If you’d like to choose which hospital the ambulance takes…
Embarrassed to talk to your doctor? Here are some topics patients avoid talking about and tips on speaking up to your physician. The most under-discussed topics in an exam room include: Mental health concerns Hair loss Body odors, including fecal odors Bad breath Sexual issues Screenings for sexually transmitted infections and diseases Urinary incontinence There…
It’s hard to believe the world has struggled with the COVID-19 virus and its variants for over two years now. From quarantine to vaccines, to isolation and upheaval, it’s no wonder we just don’t feel “normal.” Mental health after COVID-19 is complicated, and many people need help. “We were seeing a rise in the need…
For many women, it may be difficult to relax during a pelvic exam, but it can be a traumatizing experience for survivors of sexual abuse. Although a pelvic exam can help screen for various gynecological conditions, including fibroids and cancer, the procedure may feel intrusive or triggering for some trauma survivors, said Rebecca P. Walker, M.D.,…
On Feb. 23, 2022, Norton Healthcare announced its plans to build West Louisville’s first newly constructed hospital in more than 150 years. Louisville’s largest health care system is partnering with Goodwill Industries of Kentucky to transform the corner of 28th Street and Broadway into an “Opportunity Campus.” To make this campus as successful as it…
A cesarean section (C-section) can be an essential, lifesaving surgery during labor and delivery, with more health risks for a mother compared to a vaginal birth. “Even though all C-sections have some health risks, I believe C-sections should be done in cases when it is medically necessary, when a vaginal birth would have more risk…
Norton Healthcare again has been recognized as one of the best places to work in health care in the country. Becker’s Healthcare released its “150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare | 2022” list in May, honoring Norton Healthcare for its workplace culture, benefits and employee satisfaction. Becker’s is a leading source of business and legal information…
It’s that time of year for many in our region: sore throat season. If you have red streaks in your throat, pain or swelling in the throat or other symptoms, you may wonder is it strep? Read on to learn some of the common causes and what do to about a sore throat or red…
Each of Norton Healthcare’s four adult-service hospitals in Louisville received an “A” grade in the spring 2022 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. This national distinction recognizes each facility’s achievements in protecting patients from preventable harm and error in the hospital. The four hospitals are Norton Audubon Hospital, Norton Brownsboro Hospital, Norton Hospital and Norton Women’s & Children’s…
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