Youth suicide is on the rise. Thanks to increased social media use and effects from school stressors and bullying, kids and teens are facing challenges that are uniquely harder to navigate than previous generations. As a parent, you may be wondering how you can talk to your child about suicide and how to get them […]
Akron Children’s research recognized at the National Pediatric Hospital Medicine Conference
During the recent National Pediatric Hospital Medicine Conference held in Philadelphia in August, Dr. Prabi Rajbhandari, a pediatric hospitalist, was recognized for her study titled Linguistic Services for Hospitalized Children with Non-English Language Preference: A PRIS Network Survey. The study was noted as a Top 10 Article, a prestigious accolade signifying its contribution to the […]
Could a declining sports performance be nutrition related?
Blazing running speed, powerful muscles and quick maneuvering are all signs of a strong athlete. But, behind all that speed, power and agility is more than just practice, exercise and strength training. Good nutrition is essential in order to enhance athletic performance both on and off the field. For kids, it’s even more critical because […]
Tips for preparing kids for shots
“Nothing is more important or impacts as many people as making sure that children are immunized,” said Dr. P. Cooper White, pediatrician and director of Locust Pediatric Care Group. Tips for preparing kids for shots Getting your child – or yourself – comfortable with a round of shots might be another story, however. But Dr. […]
Do’s and don’ts when talking to kids about weight
Weight can be a sensitive topic, but a necessary one, especially where your child’s health is concerned. Dr. Geoffrey Putt, a pediatric psychologist at Akron Children’s provides some tips on how to get a conversation with your kiddo started. Do’s for talking to kids about weight Do acknowledge your own biases, struggles and insecurities with […]
What is toasted skin syndrome?
If you’ve ever worked with a computer propped on your lap, you may have noticed the tops of your thighs getting a little toasty from the heat emitted by your laptop. While doing this occasionally won’t cause long-term damage, chronically exposing your skin to heat sources can lead to a condition called toasted skin syndrome. […]
