Susan Hagan, M.D. Obstetrician/Gynecologist Norton OBGYN Associates – Downtown On becoming a parent: “No matter how wide your lens has been in the past, all of a sudden now it just redefines who you are in every way.” – Susan Hagan, M.D. Dr. Hagan wasn’t always convinced she was cut out to be a physician….
National Working Parents Day is Sept. 16. In honor of all parents balancing work and family life, we asked some moms and dads in our department how they manage work, kids and life. Their advice ranges from the practical to the inspirational. One thing is clear: Their children are the most important part of their…
If you had to choose between having a stroke or losing your eyesight, which would you pick? It was not quite that black and white for Arlene Hampton, but close, when she was prescribed a daily pill to avoid having a stroke — a pill that caused her to permanently lose vision in her right…
Calcium is a superhero for your child’s bones, setting them up for a strong, healthy body later in life. And it’s hidden in some surprising places — like sweet potatoes! Try this recipe for a calcium boost. Crispiest Sweet Potato Fries1 large sweet potato 2 teaspoons olive oil or melted coconut oil Salt or favorite…
My story starts five years ago. I needed to lose some weight and get in shape. I went to Clarksville Schwinn and bought my first road bike. On one of my trips there, I noticed a flier advertising the Bike to Beat Cancer. The name of the ride quickly had my attention. I asked some…
It’s widely known that Louisville is a compassionate city. You’ll have a chance to show your compassion during this year’s Give For Good Louisville 24-hour online giving day on Thursday, Sept. 15, by supporting Norton Cancer Institute. Some of the most heroic stories are found within our walls. Each hour on the hour, we’ll share…
When I was 10 years old, I got Dog. My sister’s boyfriend brought him home to us from the Sale Barn. Dog was the runt of the litter, and since he was tiny, in ill-health and not expected to live, the auctioneer sold him for $1. My sister’s boyfriend didn’t see the harm in bringing…
I still have the text messages I sent on the days my children were born. The first message from the delivery room to the last one from the waiting room was to our parents. They had just become grandparents. In those moments, even though our kids were too young to understand the value of grandparents,…
My best friend was born in the ’50s. She has band practice every Sunday afternoon, but she always makes it to church with me at 11. She likes to get her nails done but doesn’t mind getting her hands dirty. And she loves a strong cup of coffee in her favorite mug while sitting on…
Suicide leaves a lot of hurt, sadness, guilt and confusion in its wake. The tragic end of one life is the beginning of an emotional tornado that can be difficult to weather for the many loved ones left behind. “How did I not see the signs?” “What could I have done?” are questions with no…
If you’re looking for a healthy, high fiber, on-the-go start to your morning, look no further than breakfast cookies. Part scone, part cookie and part muffin, these hand-held goodies are also kid-friendly. This recipe calls for oat flour, which you can usually find in the natural foods section of most grocery stores or you can…
September kicks off the busy season for many families. School. Sports. After-school activities. Outdoor fun. Fall festivals. And, who could forget football? What has no season is our fight against cancer. Saturday, Sept. 17 is Norton Cancer Institute’s annual Bike to Beat Cancer. It’s also the day of a big football game and a host…