Brooke Barkan (13) from Canal Fulton will be beaming with pride on Aug. 12 as the RubberDucks baseball team takes to the field in a jersey she designed as part of the Showers Family Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders’ annual patient celebration event. The RubberDucks selection team chose her design out of 42 entries, double […]
Archives for August 2022
Meeting the needs of our Spanish-speaking patient families
Providing language access services to patients who have limited English proficiency is essential to delivering culturally competent care that meets each patient’s unique social, cultural and communication needs. “Having an ill child is already stressful for any parent. Not fully understanding or being able to communicate effectively about their child’s illness adds to that stress,” […]
What is road rash?
Skin abrasion. Road rash. Raspberries. Whatever you call it, this common childhood injury is in season. With high temperatures in spring and summertime, kids get outside more to play sports, ride bikes, skateboard and hop on dirt bikes — and wear less clothing, eliminating a protective skin barrier. Road rash usually occurs when kids fall […]
8 tips for a great start to the school year
After a summer of sleeping in and doing things on their own time, going back to school can be a rude awakening for your teen. Whether they’re an anxious freshman or a confident senior, heading back to school is a time of transition – from new teachers and classes to a new routine and social […]
Meet Henry, a superhero who uses knowledge to zap kids’ medical anxiety
With his mask and cape, Henry would fit in well with the “Incredibles” family. But instead of the big screen, Henry’s super-hero deeds are coming to the aid of Akron Children’s patients. Henry is the inspiration behind the “Hope for Henry” Foundation, which offers “super rewards for super kids,” preparing for medical procedures like an […]
Does my child need glasses? What to know
A visit to the eye doctor is more about just getting new glasses – especially for younger kids. Many kids don’t have any symptoms when experiencing vision problems, according to Dr. Sarah Guillette. Children should have their first eye exam between the ages of 3-5 to ensure they’re seeing clearly and their eyes are healthy. […]
