With kids’ hectic schedules, from sports practices to music lessons to play dates, more and more families are turning to direct scheduling in MyChart to manage doctor appointments and simplify their busy schedules. Akron Children’s offers scheduling through MyChart for most specialty offices, in addition to well checks, sick visits, flu shots and sports physicals […]
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Akron Children’s experts weigh in on report about teen mental health and social media
When U.S Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued a 19-page advisory warning the public of the risks of social media to young people, Drs. Michael Redovian and Kristen Cannon read it with the interest of professionals who work daily with children, teens and young adults struggling with behavioral health issues. Dr. Redovian, a pediatric psychiatrist, […]
3 ways to relieve infant constipation
During your infant’s first few months of life, their bowel movement pattern will change often as their digestive tract matures. At first, infants may have a dirty diaper after every feeding. At about 2 months of age, they may transition to twice a day and by 4 months of age, most babies go every day […]
Beach vacay? Follow these 10 safety tips for more fun in the sun
With summer in full swing, there’s nothing better than a dose of sand and surf to soothe your family’s souls — and your toes. So, pack your sandals, sunscreen, beach toys and bathing suits — and head out for some much-needed fun in the sun. But before you sink your toes into the sand, read […]
Take the mystery out of health care pricing with MyChart’s cost-of-care estimates
Children bring some of life’s most delightful surprises—but unexpected health care costs are not counted among those joys. At Akron Children’s, we want to make it easier for you to estimate your health care costs. That’s why MyChart features “Estimates,” where you can generate cost estimates prior to receiving care. Gone are the days of […]
What are the safest swimsuit colors?
Believe it or not, when shopping for swimsuits for your children, color — not style, design or your kids’ favorite Disney icons — is of the utmost importance. The color and visibility of your children’s swimsuits underwater could actually save their lives! Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4 […]
