As guidance on COVID-19 continues to change, experts agree that focusing on the things we can control is the best medicine for preventing illness and asthma episodes this flu season. “The best way parents can protect their kids is to focus on keeping asthma under control and doing what we can to prevent illness,” said […]
Asthma: Being prepared is the best defense
As someone with asthma and allergies, Dr. Brian Schroer, director of Allergy and Immunology for Akron Children’s Hospital, is closely following the research on coronavirus on how the virus can affect those with asthma. It’s too soon to make broad conclusions, he said, but one thing is clear: Children, including those with asthma, are at […]
Kellie Svendsen recognized for her work in respiratory therapy
Kellie Svendsen, pulmonary function tech in the Robert T. Stone, MD, Respiratory Center, was recently honored with The PHIL (Pulmonary Health and Illnesses of the Lungs) Award for excellence in respiratory therapy. The PHIL award is the only nationally recognized hospital-based recognition program dedicated to honoring outstanding respiratory therapists who provide exemplary care and treatment for […]
Akron Children’s, Public Health partnership targets asthma triggers in the home
Asthma has played a defining role in the young life of 13-year-old Kiniaya Parham. It often causes her and her mother, Eugenia Davis, to have sleepless nights. She has an inhaler, a spacer, and a nebulizer and takes several medications, including a nasal spray and eye drops, to control her symptoms. Still, she has visited […]
Make sure a new pet is “fur” you
More than half of American households have one or more pets, and that number is sure to grow as the holidays approach. Fortunately, many of these pets will go on to become beloved members of the household. Of course, there are many factors to consider if you are looking to share your home with a […]
‘Tis the season to avoid allergy and asthma triggers
The first frost brings a measure of relief for allergy sufferers. Ragweed is no more, as well as the blowing leaves that stir up molds and other allergens. But when the holidays arrive, there will be a new round of allergy triggers to keep your child coughing and sneezing. Holiday foods. Take precautions at holiday […]
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