Who couldn’t use some help keeping track of your family’s health? When a new school year approaches, there are health forms, physicals, vaccinations and screenings to track down or schedule. Ever wish you had a health personal assistant? Proxy access through Norton MyChart can help you manage your family’s health information. This features allows parents…
Deanna Polsgrove, practice manager for Norton Infectious Disease Specialists, considers patients to be like family. She cries with them and celebrates with them. So, when a patient gave birth to a healthy baby girl, Deanna celebrated with her. But this celebration was particularly extraordinary — the patient has human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), but the patient’s…
Women who choose to have a natural birth still face the challenge of how to relieve pain. That’s where some familiar tools, and some unusual ones, can provide alternative pain relief methods during a natural delivery. “The right natural pain relief tools allow the body to work effectively and enhance the labor process,” said Tara…
Gerald F. Sturgeon, M.D., has been a pediatrician in the Louisville community for 50 years and with Norton Children’s Medical Associates – Dupont since 2011. He recently found himself on the receiving end of patient care and wanted to share his experience. He conveyed his gratitude in a letter to Andrew N. Strausbaugh, chief administrative…
Iris Apfel, in her trademark oversized glasses and flair for bright style, has been going confidently for 97 years. Here, from her latest book – “Accidental Icon” – are some of Iris’ pearls. One size doesn’t fit all “I learned early on that I have to be my own person to be content,” Iris writes….
An unfortunate reality is that everyone has been touched by cancer in some way. Mary Cambron, pharmacy director for Norton Audubon Hospital and Norton Hospital, first faced cancer when the disease took the life of her cousin at age 15. Mary’s aunts, as well as a dear friend and co-worker, also have endured the disease….
Workers in downtown Louisville — especially around the hospitals — have a convenient option this season for eating local. Connect with #NortonEats Be sure to follow #NortonEats and @NortonHealth on Instagram to see more food and nutrition posts. Stay connected with us by tagging #NortonEats on all your great meals! Whether you’re on a lunch…
You’re out with friends having fun at the pool, lake or quarry. Everyone is having a great time, but suddenly one of your friends becomes very quiet in the water. Is he not having fun? Is he tired or just relaxing in the water? It could be any of these, but it also be one…
Thank you for your interest At this time, registration for the Go Confidently event with Iris Apfel is full. Please watch for information regarding our next Go Confidently event coming up in October. Legendary fashion icon Iris Apfel celebrates life by living boldly and being original. The eclectic subject of museum exhibits, documentaries and awards,…
Jackie Stafford was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 1977. Back then, patients with MS were told not to exercise because it was thought that the increase in body temperature during exercise made MS symptoms worse. Today, exercise is known to be beneficial for patients with MS, and Jackie is open to anything that might…
The Fourth of July brings people together every year just as much as it brings on the heat. With more time spent outdoors and celebrating, the risks of injury and illness increase. Here are some quick reminders to help protect you as well as your friends and family. Food safety Summertime is prime time for…
Why does a blood cancer start in the skin? Lymphomas are cancers of the immune system, which generally arise in lymph nodes and other lymphatic tissue. The immune system consists of white blood cells, the spleen, lymph nodes and other areas throughout the body. “In many ways, our skin can be considered our largest immune…