Although the event that forever changed her life occurred 26 years ago, Sissy Norris still vividly recalls the details of the day. “I was working on a van that needed a new electric fuel pump,” said Sissy, who with 6 older brothers was well versed in car mechanics. “I accidently slammed the hood shut with […]
Akron Children’s Burn Center recognition program helps celebrate the strength and resiliency patients
Burn patients have powerful stories to share. Some have endured painful surgeries, dressing changes and therapies to heal their wounds. They’ve overcome obstacles that affected them mentally, physically, emotionally, spiritually and psychosocially. Only their scars remain as reminders of what they went through. Akron Children’s Paul and Carol David Foundation Burn Institute is changing that […]
‘Country Roads’ lead burn survivors home to West Virginia
On the eve of Thanksgiving, prayers were answered for the Nelson family of Branchland, W.Va. After 86 days in Akron Children’s Hospital’s Regional Burn Center being treated for burns to 67 percent of his body, 13-year-old Sam Nelson was heading to his home. Sam said his two biggest priorities were to hug his dog, Shep, […]
