Summer fun means more time outside, which means more exposure to ticks. This season runs from May-October, and for many parents, can cause anxiety. How do you protect your child from ticks? What do you if your child is bitten? Dr. Natalie Jedacek, pediatrician at Akron Children’s Pediatrics in Medina, shares tick-related tips. “Ticks can […]
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What parents should know about bee sting allergies
It’s that time of year: baseball, barbecues and bee stings. Dr. Lisa Sammon, pediatric allergist and director of the Akron Children’s Center for Allergy and Immunology shares her expertise about bee sting allergies. Q: How common are bee sting allergies in kids? A: Despite much fear surrounding bee stings, severe allergy to bees is quite […]
Schedule your athlete’s sports physical at Urgent Care
Summer break from school is flying by. Now is the perfect time to schedule a sports physical and get your athlete ready for fall sports. Dr. Alicia Manly, pediatrician and medical director of Akron Children’s Urgent Care, gives these tips about sports physicals. Why is now the right time to get a sports physical? Akron […]
Akron Children’s burn doctor offers summer safety tips
From cookouts to campfires, summer can be a potentially dangerous time of year. Here are some safety tips from Dr. Anjay Khandelwal, division chief of burn surgery and adult critical care at Akron Children’s, to keep your kids safe this summer. Grilling July is the peak month for grill fires, according to the National Fire […]
Do’s and don’ts for safety around the campfire
From gooey s’mores to sharing ghost stories, campfires are a sure-fire way to get into the summer spirit. Just don’t let a burn put a damper on the fun and memory making. Without burn prevention protocols in place, campfires can easily get out of control and leave lasting scars — both physically and mentally. “Campfires […]
Protein for teen girls: fueling healthy growth and development
Protein is a crucial nutrient during adolescence, especially for teen girls whose bodies are undergoing significant changes. Whether your daughter is an athlete, a busy student or simply navigating the normal growth and hormonal shifts of adolescence, understanding protein needs and where to get it can significantly impact her overall health. “Teen girls should aim […]
