Spine

Low-dose radiation system provides 2D and 3D images of spine

An innovative system that creates 2D and 3D images of the spine and other parts of the body while dramatically reducing the amount of radiation exposure is being used by…

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Recruiting

Norton Healthcare Named on the Forbes 2022 List of America’s Best Employers

Norton Healthcare has been recognized on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry…

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Equity inclusion belonging, Recruiting

‘What does Black History Month mean to you?’

Black History Month is a time for us to appreciate the trailblazers who paved the way for the world we live in today. Throughout February, we honor courageous individuals who…

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eCare, Recruiting, Sports Health

Bellarmine University, Norton Healthcare announce largest program partnership in university’s history

Bellarmine University and Norton Healthcare announced plans that will expand their partnerships in sports medicine, campus wellness and nursing. This new 5-year, $2.4 million partnership will ensure the health of…

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News, Orthopedics, Spine

Norton Healthcare named national Orthopaedic Center of Excellence

Norton Healthcare has received certification as an Orthopaedic Center of Excellence, one of only 12 hospital systems in the country to receive the designation. Norton Healthcare’s Norton Orthopedic Institute and…

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Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Obstetrics, Planning Your Pregnancy

Sickle cell pregnancy: Early prenatal care and careful monitoring can make the difference

A person who’s expecting and who has sickle cell disease (SCD) requires early prenatal care and careful monitoring, but a healthy pregnancy is certainly possible. Sickle cell disease increases the…

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Expecting, Labor and Delivery, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Obstetrics, Planning Your Pregnancy

Can you have vaginal birth after a C-section?

If you are pregnant again and delivered your last baby via cesarean delivery (C-section), it still might be possible to have a vaginal birth. While patients who attempt to have…

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Menopause, Women's Bone Health, Womens Health

How to increase bone density after menopause

Hormonal changes after menopause can cause women’s bones to weaken so much that they can break easily, but there are several ways to increase bone density and overall health while…

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Dementia, Neurosciences

Making family gatherings easier for those with dementia

Family gatherings might include struggling with many emotionally-charged issues, including a family member with dementia. Nationally-known educator and occupational therapist Teepa Snow, M.S., OTR/L, FAOTA, recently led a virtual presentation…

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Kentucky Derby Marathon Training, Sports Health

Track training helps runners build endurance, speed, pacing and stride

When was the last time you ran on a track? Maybe high school? Maybe never? Track running can be helpful if you are training for a half-marathon or marathon. It…

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Foundation, Prevention and Wellness, Splash N Dash

Ivy-jai and her family exercise at home for good health

Ivy-jai is an energetic 2-year-old who loves the camera and exercises every day, so it’s only natural her mother would enter a video of the girl in Norton Healthcare’s Every…

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COVID19

Exercise after COVID-19 can reverse the “deconditioning” of being sick

Exercise after COVID-19, under the guidance of a physical therapist, can help combat the fatigue and weakness that can linger for months after recovery. KORT physical therapy’s Recovery and Reconditioning…

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