Studies show that spending time in nature is good for your body and mind. The Akron Children’s department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health recently provided a special summer camp experience for more than 20 kids engaged in services within the department. The goals were simple: fun, fresh air and friendship. Planning the behavioral health camp […]
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Finding hope and healing after a cleft lip and palate diagnosis
Pregnant with her second child in 2021, Sarah Meyer of Strongsville went into her 20-week ultrasound expecting a routine checkup. Instead, she and her husband, Nick, learned their baby girl would be born with a cleft lip and palate – a condition they knew very little about. “At first, we were terrified,” Sarah recalled. “We […]
Helping kids see their world more clearly: Dr. Faruk Örge joins Akron Children’s
When families come to Akron Children’s Vision Center, they’re looking for more than just medical expertise. They want a doctor who understands just how much a child’s eyesight impacts every part of their life. That’s exactly what they’ll find in Dr. Faruk Örge, who joined Akron Children’s in July as director of the Vision […]
Protect your family from medical misinformation
Today, we can get information 24/7 on social media and TV. But is everything we read or watch true? Akron Children’s Pediatrician in Chief Dr. Shefali Mahesh explains what medical misinformation is and why it can hurt your kids. What is medical misinformation? People sometimes share health information that is inaccurate or confusing – and […]
Tips to stop medical misinformation
False health information can spread fast. When this happens, it can be hard to find science-based facts. This can cause parents to make unsafe choices for their children, like skipping vaccines that are known to work or trying a treatment or therapy that isn’t proven by science. Five tips to manage medical misinformation Akron Children’s […]
Teresa Dangerfield looks forward to the new rhythm of retirement
Teresa Dangerfield, arrhythmia device coordinator in cardiology, is stepping into retirement with a legacy that beats strong and a heart full of memories. “Teresa has been a valued member of the Akron Children’s Hospital workforce for over 30 years,” said Dr. Stephen Manu, a pediatric cardiologist at the Akron Children’s Heart Center. “Her dedication and […]
