On Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2008, a hot and humid day, Max Gilpin’s mother, Michele Crockett, received a phone call just as she was leaving work to pick him up from football practice. The caller said her 15-year-old had passed out on the field and was not moving. “I was not prepared for what I saw…
Thirty months ago, our family woke up one Sunday morning and went swimming with our seemingly healthy 12-year-old son. Little did we know when we left our house that morning, Matthew wouldn’t return home for two weeks. From the pool he went straight to the emergency room at Fort Knox after a baseball-size lump appeared…
Just like any other boy his age, 9-year-old Oliver Thomas is always on the move. From fishing to swimming, riding his bike, golfing and playing baseball — he keeps busy. But Oliver, who has Type 1 diabetes, balances being an active kid with the discipline of taking responsibility for his health. Type 1 diagnosis …
Louisville’s holiday season gets started Nov. 9 through 11 as the 29th annual Festival of Trees & Lights draws thousands to the indoor concourse at Louisville Slugger Field. Hundreds of decorated trees, wreaths and handcrafted holiday items designed by local artists will be on display and available for purchase. Proceeds benefit the Jennifer Lawrence Cardiac…
An old proverb advises that it’s not glittering weapons that fight the fight, but a hero’s heart. Bob Wilkinson, R.N., probably understands this better than most. A former combat soldier, Bob, 63, served in the Army for 20 years. After retiring as a first sergeant, he began a career in nursing. He has spent the…
Last October, Wyatt Shaw fell asleep. He didn’t wake up for nearly two weeks. Then 7 years old, Wyatt served as a ring bearer at a wedding in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. He spent the evening making jokes and dancing with the girls in the bridal party. But 48 hours later, he was unable to stay awake….
The idea of surgery can be frightening and overwhelming for any child. As a parent, you’re probably worried too. Fortunately, a little preparation can help reduce everyone’s fears and improve the experience. “Having a plan and knowledge of the situation can help kids and parents feel less anxious about anesthesia and surgery, and get through…
Take a free tour of the Norton Children’s Hospital Home & BMW Raffle house at 10934 Monkshood Drive, Prospect, Kentucky. Come to an open house, held every Saturday and Sunday through Nov. 11, noon to 6 p.m., and Nov. 17, noon to 3 p.m. You can purchase a raffle ticket at the house and register…
For families with a history of certain cancers, storing a baby’s cord blood can be an attractive option. Is it right for you? And how do you go about it? Cord blood contains stem cells that can be used if someone needs a bone marrow or stem cell transplant. Stem cell transplants treat leukemia, lymphoma,…
A toddler’s or baby’s concussion symptoms are generally the same as other ages, but since children can’t communicate like adults, here are signs to watch for: Baby concussion symptoms Any persistent behavior change, such as irritability or distractedness Any change in the baby’s sleeping habits — sleeping more or less Any behavior, such as vomiting,…
If you’ve just learned your child needs surgery, his or her health is your first concern. Here are some questions to ask before you decide where to have the surgery performed. Ask Norton Children’s The Norton Children’s surgical unit specializes in caring for kids. Meet our team What is the surgeon’s history with the procedure,…
Nearly every car seat inspected by Norton Children’s Prevention & Wellness technicians need some type of adjustment to keep children safe. “Locally, our car seat technicians make adjustments to 90 percent of the car and booster seats we see,” said Sharon Rengers, R.N., manager, Norton Children’s Prevention & Wellness, which is funded by the Children’s…