Bike to Beat Cancer, Foundation

Riding for kids with cancer and a coworker in Bike to Beat Cancer

Almost every morning for the past two years Veronica Cook has hopped on her stationary bike and ridden for an hour. In 2019 and 2020, Veronica used her pedal power…

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Equity inclusion belonging

Children’s ER social worker and oncology nurse nominated as Black Achievers

A social worker at Norton Children’s Hospital’s emergency department and an oncology nurse at Norton Cancer Institute – Brownsboro have been nominated for the YMCA of Greater Louisville’s Black Achievers…

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Ortho - Hip, Ortho - Knee, Orthopedics

Spouses and partners are beneficiaries of knee and hip replacements too, study finds

You can expect to get around better with less pain after hip or knee replacement surgery, but your partner also can discover a better quality of life, according to a…

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Ortho - Knee, Orthopedics

Getting a new knee doesn’t come with the costly hospital stay it used to

Knee replacement costs have come down in recent years as orthopedic surgeons develop more sophisticated techniques and use increasingly precise tools that can allow patients to go home the same…

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

Helping broaden horizons and improve health in the Black community

Steven Patton, D.O., was born in a small town in Michigan where role models in the medical field were few and far between. While achieving his lifelong dream of becoming…

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Cancer, Colon Cancer, Gastroenterology, Prevention and Wellness

African Americans at higher risk for colorectal cancers, but screenings lag

According to the American Cancer Society, African Americans have the highest rate of death and the shortest rate of survival for colorectal cancer. In fact, African Americans are 40% more…

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Maternal-Fetal Medicine, New Parent, Obstetrics, Postpartum Care

Unexpected health issues after pregnancy can have long-term consequences

The “fourth trimester” of pregnancy — those months after childbirth — is a time to adjust to being a mom and an opportunity to check on your recovery from what…

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Cancer, COVID19

Cancer in the time of COVID-19: Checking your emotions

Pandemics have an emotional impact on society and individuals alike. Whether through personal experience, news coverage or talking with others, we know how COVID-19 has affected our lives. The death…

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COVID19, Migraine and Headaches, Neurosciences

After recovering from COVID-19, some get persistent, debilitating headaches

Headaches after recovering from COVID-19 can be persistent for some patients, and neurologists are finding some effective ways to address the debilitating pain that can linger. “Imagine a 24/7 headache…

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Bike to Beat Cancer, Foundation

A 20-year volunteer in the fight against cancer has her own journey

At the start of 2022, Missy’s cancer took a turn, becoming more aggressive and causing her a great deal of pain. On Jan. 22, 2022, Missy passed away, crossing the…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Equity inclusion belonging

Celebrating service in our community

In her role at Norton Healthcare, Sharon Workman promotes the highest standards of business ethics. Sharon is proud to create a culture of doing the right thing at work as…

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Faith and Health Ministries

Giving back and paying it forward

Giving back or paying it forward to the community is a common response from those who have had major illnesses, such as breast cancer. At Mount Nebo Baptist Church in…

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