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Health Problems of Grown-Ups

  • Alzheimer's Disease

    We all forget things once in a while. But Alzheimer's disease, a condition some older adults get, is different from everyday forgetting.

  • Breast Cancer

    Do you know someone who has - or had - breast cancer? Find out more in this article for kids.

  • Cataracts

    Do you know an older person who has cataracts? Find out about this vision problem in this article for kids.

  • Heart Disease

    Heart disease, also called cardiovascular disease, mainly affects older people. Find out more in this article for kids.

  • Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS)

    Lou Gehrig's disease refers to a disorder called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS. This disease damages the neuromuscular system, which allows the body to move.

  • Parkinson's Disease

    A person with Parkinson's disease gradually loses the ability to totally control body movements. Find out more about this disease that most often affects adults.

  • What Are Varicose Veins?

    Do you know an older person whose legs look like a road map with all those blue and purple squiggly lines? They're probably varicose veins.

  • What Are Wrinkles?

    Wrinkles! Everyone eventually gets at least a few. Find out why in this article for kids.

  • Why Does Hair Turn Gray?

    Can you imagine yourself with gray hair someday? Find out why it happens in this article for kids.

What next?

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There are 10 nurses in the picture.

And we have many more pediatric primary care providers in Northeast Ohio. You can meet some of them here.
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The five differences are:
– Phone color
– Coat pocket
– Stethoscope earpiece color
– Stethoscope bell dot
– Clipboard paper color

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The two matching doctors are 9 and 14.

With virtual visits, you can see our pediatric experts from the comfort of home or wherever you are.
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The correct path:
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We offer many ways to get pediatric care all over Northeast Ohio. Use this page to find the right kind of care and the most convenient location for you.