Cardiology, Heart, Interventional Cardiology

Left arm pain: When to worry

Left arm pain — and how the pain moves — can be one of the key differences between men’s and women’s heart attacks. In men, the left arm pain will…

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Bike to Beat Cancer, Cancer, Foundation

Bike to Beat Cancer raises more than $525,000 for Norton Cancer Institute

Riders, donors and everyone who participated in the 11th annual Bike to Beat Cancer raised more than $525,000 for Norton Cancer Institute. The Saturday, Sept. 14, ride began and ended…

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News

Norton Healthcare, UofL Physicians – Pediatrics, UofL School of Medicine combine forces to strengthen care for children

Norton Healthcare, UofL Physicians – Pediatrics and the University of Louisville School of Medicine today announced they have officially signed a definitive agreement for an affiliation that will combine resources…

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Go Confidently

How to improve your life through forgiveness

Let it go. Megan Feldman Bettencourt’s book, “Triumph of the Heart: Forgiveness in an Unforgiving World,” explores research that shows the impact of forgiveness on our bodies and the damage…

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Pulmonary

Rash of deaths is scary, but what are the long-term effects of vaping?

Several recent deaths and more than 800 cases of lung disease associated with vaping have many asking about the safety of electronic cigarettes. Questions about the long-term effects of vaping…

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Cancer, Colon Cancer, Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Liver Cancer, Lung Cancer

An oncologist with a passion for people and leading-edge science

Chandler H. Park, M.D., knew he wanted to travel to get his medical education, but he also knew he’d find his way back home. Dr. Park’s education and clinical experience…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Lung Cancer, News, Prevention and Wellness

As an ex-smoker for 14 years, Judy knows how much better life can be

If you’re thinking about quitting tobacco, take encouragement from Judy, a contact center representative in the Norton Healthcare marketing and communications department, who hasn’t had a cigarette in 14 years….

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Sports Health

Norton Healthcare donates major gift to the Louisville Urban League

The Louisville Urban League and Norton Healthcare announced Norton’s support of the West End multi-use sports and learning complex.  Norton Healthcare will contribute $5 million to the project through a…

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Heart, Prevention and Wellness, Recipes

Carrot cookie ‘supersnacks’ recipe

Carrot Cookie Supersnacks Servings: 20 cookies Ingredients 1½ cup gluten-free oat flour ½ cup gluten-free quick-cooking oats 1 cup grated carrots ¼ cup raisins ¼ cup ground flax seeds 1…

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During Your Pregnancy, Expecting, Obstetrics

Alternatives for pregnant women who use ranitidine — also known by the brand name Zantac

Pregnant women who use ranitidine — also known by the brand name Zantac — to relieve heartburn and acid reflux should stop taking the medication and consider alternatives, according to…

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During Your Pregnancy, Expecting, Flu, Obstetrics

Pregnant? Here’s why you need a flu and whooping cough shot

Getting a flu shot is important for everyone, but it’s even more critical for women who are pregnant. The same is true for the whooping cough vaccine. Why? The vaccines…

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Sleep Medicine, Weight Management

The link between poor sleep and weight gain

You’ve probably noticed that when you don’t get a good night’s sleep, the next day your whole routine is out of whack. Research has uncovered that part of this is due…

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