A new study shows cancer is on its way to becoming the leading cause of death in more counties nationwide. The study, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, analyzed records for 32 million people in the U.S. who died between 2003 and 2015. It found that while overall deaths due to heart disease and…
Dread going to work on a Monday morning? Don’t tell that to Heather Ritchey. The hairstylist of 15 years shows up to her job at Fritz’s Salon in Louisville, Kentucky, with a huge smile on her face every day. After an eight-year battle with epilepsy, Heather feels fortunate to pick up a pair of scissors….
Brandon Miller was loving life. Until it came to a screeching halt. On Jan. 7, 2007, Brandon sped down the Gene Snyder Freeway. He quickly approached something in the middle of the road — a couch had fallen off a vehicle. The 25-year-old swerved and, in an instant, his life changed forever. His truck flipped…
Nacho dip Forward Food Forward Food is a Humane Society of the United States program dedicated to helping dining programs choose to replace meat with plant-based protein foods. Through Forward Food, food service directors, major corporations, restaurant chains, chefs, dietitians and NGOs use plant-based foods to grow a healthier, more sustainable food system. Makes eight…
As an oncology-certified nurse, Gina Morrison, R.N., has learned there are two sides to cancer care — the side fighting cancer cells in the body and the side taking care of a person’s heart and spirit. Cancer patients can get lost navigating the path between the two. That’s where Gina comes in. After three years…
Beth, 29, was thrilled to learn she was pregnant with her first child. But her excitement turned to fear when she was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Although Beth didn’t have diabetes before, she had developed it during pregnancy. What causes gestational diabetes? Gestational diabetes starts when the body is not able to make and use…
A variety of key health reports and updates provided by MyNortonChart are available in the iPhone Health app. Now, the app’s Health Records feature can collect information from different hospitals and clinics to make it easier for patients to access their medical information from multiple providers whenever they choose. Once you connect your Health Records…
Stronger neck muscles help protect against concussions. Watch as Tad D. Seifert, M.D., director of Sports Neurology at Norton Healthcare, shares an exercise to strengthen the neck. Norton Sports Health Whether you consider yourself an athlete or someone who just wants to stay fit, Norton Sports Health can provide you with the care you need….
Many adults ages 65 and older believe that, having reached older adulthood, they no longer need vaccines, including a flu shot. Some doubt it will help them. Others think the flu shot actually can give them the flu. Some simply have never overcome a fear of needles. And then there is confusion about which type…
On Saturday, Oct. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Louisville-area agencies and the Drug Enforcement Administration are giving you an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding your home of potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your drugs for disposal to any of the sites listed. The service is free…
From adolescence through menopause, most women come up with their own unique way of dealing with their monthly menstrual cycle. Tampons or pads, pain- or bloat-relieving medication — they do whatever it takes to make their periods as tolerable as possible. But when heavy periods keep you from your regular routine, it’s time to ask…
This tasty entree can be stored in containers and reheated for an easy meal later in the week. Makes 4 servings 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cooked 1 cup dry brown rice 8 ounces light coconut milk ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground ginger ¼ teaspoon curry ¼ teaspoon coriander ¼ teaspoon turmeric ¼…