Caiden Hoff, 10, was playing soccer in gym class last October when a collision with a classmate caused a painful fall. He initially thought he twisted his ankle. “Once the gym teacher pulled down my sock, I knew there was something wrong,” he said. “Next thing I knew there was a fireman and ambulance there, […]
FAQ: Returning to school during the COVID-19 pandemic
With so many unknowns during this pandemic, especially about students returning to school, Akron Children’s Hospital developed a list of FAQ to help families. Please keep in mind the following as you read them: Each school district will make the final decisions regarding how and when students will return to their schools, either in-person, online […]
Akron Children’s providers rise to challenge of COVID-19
Planning for a surge in adult patients during the pandemic taught Akron Children’s Hospital lessons it plans on applying to the level of care it provides for kids. As area hospitals prepared for a potential surge of adult coronavirus patients, Akron Children’s included, the hospital’s pediatric specialists quickly jumped in, ready to serve. “Governor DeWine […]
Family feels comforted in hospital’s post-COVID reopening
Chronic illnesses didn’t take a breather during the stay-at-home orders. Just ask Kenny Day, who’s battling Crohn’s Disease. Kenny, 12, of Struthers, and his parents made no fewer than 5 necessary visits to the Akron and Beeghly campuses while most of the state was under quarantine. Three were for overnight stays. “Nobody wants to be […]
Sometimes helping out is a real drag – (VIDEO)
Joshua Holcomb jumped at the chance to trade his wheelchair for the wheel of Troy Coughlin, Sr.’s twin-turbo JEGS.com Corvette C7, if even for a few moments. Joshua and other patients enjoyed a visit from Coughlin, Sr. and fellow National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) drivers Troy Coughlin, Jr., JR Todd, Shawn Langdon, and Paige Coughlin […]
Our Top “In the Moment” Photos From July 2017
Our July “In the Moment” photos saluted old friends, and welcomed new ones. We invite you to take a glance at those you may have missed, or a second peek at those you’ve already enjoyed. 1. Meet Kohen. The toddler from Warren got MRSA from an infected pimple and needed emergency surgery. Air Bear rushed him […]
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