We trace Dr. Susan Westerlund’s path from delivering babies to leading a thriving gynecology and wellness practice focused on menopause care and hormone therapy. We break down what modern evidence says about estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone for women and men.

• office-based gynecology focus after years in obstetrics
• expansion from Columbus to Auburn and growing demand
• perimenopause explained as a gradual transition
• wide symptom range including sleep and mood changes
• WHI study myths clarified and corrected
• benefits of bioidentical estradiol and micronized progesterone
• heart, bone, and brain protection with timely therapy
• role of testosterone for women’s libido and focus
• organic growth into men’s care and couples wellness
• how to get in touch and where to find appointments

westerwellhealth.com

We share how Ru's Roots Foundation became a free adaptive gym serving preteens through adults with different needs and why community after high school matters. Hannah opens up about turning grief into a legacy, breaking access barriers, and inviting volunteers and donors to join the work.

• free adaptive fitness for teens and adults with different needs
• location and how to visit the facility
• why post-school community and structure matter
• origin story rooted in faith and loss
• breaking ADA fears and building inclusive design
• volunteer-powered classes with one-to-one support
• programs like boxing, jiu-jitsu and weight training
• how to donate, volunteer or enroll

rus-roots.org

We talk with Executive Director Tabitha Vasilas about how Youth For Christ reaches unchurched teens in East Alabama through school clubs and juvenile justice ministry, and why local partnerships are vital. Tabitha shares her faith journey, common myths, the needs of today’s youth, and concrete ways to get involved.

• mission to build authentic Christ‑sharing relationships with 11–19 year olds
• campus life clubs as entry points to trust
• weekly outreach in group homes, detention centers, and prison
• not replacing churches, placing students in churches
• why local volunteers, prayer teams, and donors matter
• Tabitha’s path from sports and social work to ministry leadership
• addressing spiritual warfare while staying on mission
• teens’ hunger for truth and need for multi‑generational mentors
• how to serve as a volunteer, board member, or partner

eastalabamayfc.org