Increasing access to health care for African Americans will reduce racial health disparities, but real progress will come as more patients get preventive medicine like routine lab work and cancer screenings, according to a physician who practices in Louisville’s West End. Gov. Andy Beshear recently announced the launch of an effort to provide health coverage…
A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down” and “let food be thy medicine” are two age-old adages that still ring true today. Using your creativity to add fun and flavor to foods is how we connect food and occasion. This Fourth of July, combine fruit and sugar to create a sweet treat that…
A urinary tract infection (UTI) can cause mood swings like irritability in young children. In older adults a UTI can bring on restlessness and other mood changes. And why are they more common during the summertime? Blame swimming pools, wet bathing suits, sweaty clothing and dehydration. Here are three more things you may not know…
Canned beans are an amazing start to endless dishes. Filled with protein and fiber, they are little nutrition powerhouses. This recipe is a perfect summer dish that can be used in several ways. Serve with sauce, as a burger on a bun, or on top of a Mexican rice bowl with guacamole and sour cream….
A combination of telehealth and remote monitoring is allowing some patients to go home sooner after significant spinal surgery, according to the medical director of Norton Leatherman Spine. Norton Telehealth and ‘virtual hospital’ innovations accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic so patients can get care while practicing social distancing. The shift prompted Steven D. Glassman, M.D.,…
Congratulations to Travasha Stone and daughter Ja’Veyia Weathers, winners of the 12 Days of MyNortonChart drawing! In December 2019, around 2,000 people signed up for a free MyNortonChart account for themselves or as a proxy. All enrollees’ names were put into a drawing for a $500 cash gift card. According to Travasha, she learned about…
For patients who have migraine and other headache disorders, the difficulties getting treatment are well known. Headache specialists aren’t plentiful, and patients in rural areas may need to drive hours to see a provider. Sometimes, it just may seem easier to grit through the pain, but that’s changing. Online migraine treatment through platforms like Norton…
Elaine Caldwell, R.N., ONC, knew her career calling early in life. “My mom said when I was 6 I told her I wanted to be a nurse when I grew up, so I did!” Elaine said. Elaine has followed her clear career path for nearly 45 years, serving as a nurse at Norton Healthcare. For…
For the second year in a row, Norton Healthcare has been named seventh nationally — and the highest in Kentucky — among large organizations (5,000-plus U.S. employees) on the Best Places to Work in IT list by IDG Insider Pro and Computerworld. The annual list of top 100 organizations (52 large, 25 midsize and 23…
Athletes of all ages are coming back to their sports. And while they are getting back into game shape physically, there are many mental and emotional hurdles athletes face with COVID-19 still looming. “In theory this break could have been good for the athletes, physically,” said Vanessa Shannon, Ph.D., Director of Mental Performance for Norton…
Shelbyville is getting a new urgent care option to treat minor illnesses and injuries as Norton Immediate Care Center – Shelbyville opens in Governor’s Square shopping center. The new location, due to open June, 22, 2020, will be close to the existing Norton Community Medical Associates – Shelbyville primary care office and the Norton Children’s…
Quinoa is an intact, nutritious, protein-packed grain and is used in cooking much like rice. It’s gluten-free and a good source of fiber. This recipe makes for a wonderful summer dinner and doubles as a great lunch the next day! Quinoa Kale Patties Servings: 10 patties 2 1/2 cups cooked quinoa, cooled 3 tablespoons olive…
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