Kids don’t operate 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and their health care shouldn’t either. That’s why Akron Children’s offers families the ability to schedule a child’s sick visit day or night at its pediatric offices through MyChart. Gone are the days of waiting for open office hours or remaining on hold to make an appointment. […]
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Access to care easier in ENT thanks to APRN team
For sub-specialty practices in high demand, making access easier for patients is a priority. That’s why ENT has been relying on its four advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) – Melissa Archer, Jenna Berryhill, Amanda Feierabend and Jennifer Melesky to help streamline the department’s overall care process and patient flow. This model of care allows the […]
Local girl spreads joy and awareness through her YouTube channel
Born with Prader-Willi syndrome, a complex genetic condition that affects many parts of her body, Sabrina Hart, age 10, hasn’t let it slow her down. The 4th grader at Green Intermediate School is a cheerleader, swimmer and equestrian among other things. No stranger to Akron Children’s, Sabrina has been a patient of orthopedic surgeon Dr. […]
Nutritionist-approved tips to help teens adopt healthier eating habits
Teenagers are on the go, whether it’s off to sports practice, hanging with friends or heading to a study group. So when it comes to food, they are looking for fast and convenient—and they typically don’t have health on their minds. “As teens become more independent, spending time outside the home and away from parents, […]
Kids and vaping: What every parent should know
Electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigarettes or vapes, are increasingly popular amongst teenagers. Unlike adults who may use vapes to wean themselves off cigarettes, it is many teenagers’ first entryway into using tobacco products. Dr. Crystal Cole, an adolescent medicine specialist at Akron Children’s, shares her insight on three myths related to vaping. Myth #1: […]
What is sickle cell disease?
Sickle cell disease is an inherited disorder of the red blood cells. It can cause anemia, episodes of severe pain and other symptoms. Here’s what you should know about sickle cell disease. What is sickle cell disease? Sickle cell disease affects the red blood cells in your body. Healthy red blood cells are round, flexible […]
