COVID19, Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Faith and Health Ministries, Recruiting

Faith leaders support confidence, health

Churches and other faith communities have long been a cornerstone for families and a trusted source of guidance during challenging times. For more than 20 years, Norton Faith & Health Ministries has served to provide mentors and resources to faith groups interested in promoting whole-person health and wellness. Norton Healthcare partnered with houses of worship…

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Behavioral Health, Norton Community Medical Associates, Norton Now

Taking steps to reverse a pandemic drinking habit

Cutting back after a year of quarandrinking? Increased or excessive alcohol use during stressful times is not uncommon. If you’re looking to dry out, here’s what you need to know about drinking less after the pandemic and some warning signs to look out for when it comes to alcohol withdrawal, which can be a serious…

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Behavioral Health, Norton Now, Sleep Medicine

Chronic fatigue treatment starts by ruling out other causes of your symptoms

Treating chronic fatigue syndrome (also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis or ME/CFS) starts with getting the right diagnosis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 90% of those with chronic fatigue aren’t diagnosed, as the illness often is misunderstood and mimics common illnesses that usually get better without treatment. Chronic fatigue treatment options…

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COVID19, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

Lauren Jones: Seizures and brain fog

COVID-19 almost killed me, but instead it saved my life. I tested positive for the Coronavirus on Nov. 13, 2020. I’ve spent the time since then recovering physically and mentally, as a long-hauler. Like many of you reading this, I also was running on empty. I was raising three kids — two teenagers and a toddler…

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Heart, Heart Failure

Chemotherapy impacted his heart, but a ventricular assist device keeps Bill Howard going

Bill Howard was loving life after retirement. In 2007, after 32 years with Ford Motor Co.’s Louisville Assembly Plant, he and his wife, Sharon, had purchased their lake home on Rough River in Breckinridge County, Kentucky. The Army veteran was enjoying fishing and helping friends with projects — keeping himself just busy enough. But in…

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Breastfeeding, COVID19, Labor and Delivery, Obstetrics, Planning Your Pregnancy

Coronavirus and pregnancy: What you need to know

Esta publicación también está disponible en español If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you may wonder how the coronavirus/COVID-19 could affect you and your baby. The OB/GYNs, midwives and other staff providing obstetric care with Norton Healthcare are closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic. As the situation continues to evolve, patient safety remains our top…

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COVID19, During Your Pregnancy, Expecting, Labor and Delivery, Obstetrics, Planning Your Pregnancy, Womens Health

Coronavirus y embarazo: lo que necesita saber

This publication is also available in English Si estás embarazada o planeando un embarazo, es posible que te preguntes cómo el coronavirus/COVID-19 podría afectarte a ti y a tu bebé. Los obstetras y ginecólogos, parteras y otro personal que brinda atención obstétrica en Norton Healthcare están monitoreando de cerca la pandemia de COVID-19. A medida…

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Behavioral Health, Sports Health

Partnership series addresses mental health and performance in student-athletes

Student-athletes may face unique challenges when it comes to educational, cultural, and psycho-social experiences. A collaboration among Norton Sports Health, the University of Louisville athletics department, KORT physical therapy and Jefferson County Public Schools is helping educate student-athletes, parents, athletic trainers, administrators and coaches about mental health issues faced by student-athletes. Trends in mental health…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Neurosciences

The art of neurology

What happens when art and science combine? A gallery of beautiful work, such as the paintings and drawings that adorn the walls of at Norton Neuroscience Institute – Brownsboro. Some of this art was created by Hilary Highfield, M.D., Ph.D. She started as a fine arts major at the Sam Fox School of Design &…

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Bike to Beat Cancer, Brain Cancer, Brain Tumor, Cancer, Foundation

Eight-time century rider remembers his brother in Bike to Beat Cancer

Completing one century ride in life is a goal for many. Bike to Beat Cancer rider Scott Walters has achieved that goal eight times, riding the 100-mile route in Bike to Beat Cancer for the past eight years. What drives someone to pedal 100 miles year after year? For Scott, it was the loss of…

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COVID Testing, COVID19

Check with your destination about COVID-19 testing before travel

MyNortonChart testing and vaccination record You can access your COVID-19 testing and vaccination records through your free and secure MyNortonChart account. Before traveling, download the MyChart app and get vaccinated. If your destination requires a negative test result and you receive one, a record of it will be in your phone. Apple App Store Google…

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Breastfeeding, Labor and Delivery, New Parent, Obstetrics, Postpartum Care

Lactation consultants help mom achieve breastfeeding goal

During her pregnancy, Abbey Hutchason knew she wanted to breastfeed exclusively. She worried that extensive preparation might cause her anxiety during pregnancy. She hoped when the time came, she would know what to do. Abbey credits the Norton Healthcare lactation consultants who worked with her for helping with some of the challenges she experienced. In…

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