Your questions, answered by experts
You want the best for your kids. But in today’s world, you’re bombarded with confusing and conflicting health claims that can lead to a lot of questions: Is this good or bad for my child? Am I making the right decision? Who can I trust?
At Akron Children's, we're committed to helping you navigate conflicting health information with confidence. Healthy Info, Healthy Kids is our initiative dedicated to providing clear, evidence-based content, expert perspectives and practical guidance to help you cut through the confusion and make informed decisions for your children.
Navigating health information
You can help protect your family and others from misleading or dangerous health information. Explore these links to learn to evaluate medical messaging, recognize unreliable claims, better understand common myths and help prevent false information from spreading. And remember, your pediatrician is always a reliable source for medical information and can evaluate claims based on your child’s individual medical history.
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Explore expert-backed information on additional subjects important to your child’s health and well-being. If you ever have questions about the health and safety of your child, your pediatrician is here to help.
Akron Children‘s Mother & Baby App
Support for every step of your pregnancy and parenting journey.
Akron Children‘s Mother & Baby App
Support for every step of your pregnancy and parenting journey.
Whether you're planning for a baby, expecting, or navigating your first few years of motherhood, our app provides resources for finding a primary care doctor or specialist, locations and directions, and making everyday health decisions as well as giving you quick, secure access to MyChart and other tools.
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