Social media is a big part of just about every teenager’s social life. It’s estimated 92 percent of teens in this country are active on at least one social media platform, such as YouTube, TikTok or SnapChat, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Social media influences youth in a variety of ways — for […]
Archives for October 2023
Dr. Bailey Young, pulmonologist, draws from experience with her sibling when treating chronic conditions
Dr. Bailey Young is the newest physician to join the pulmonology team at Akron Children’s. She will treat patients with cystic fibrosis, asthma, trach/vent patients and other medical conditions with a pulmonary focus. “My brother was born with Spina Bifida,” shares Dr. Bailey, “life at home is different than when a patient is treated inside […]
Hispanic Heritage Month: Monica Coon-Anda
National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually Sept. 15-Oct. 15. It’s a time to honor and celebrate the culture, heritage and contributions of Hispanic Americans, whose ancestry originates in Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. To recognize the month, Monica Coon-Anda, staff chaplain, shares more about her work and how she celebrates […]
El programa de apoyo Buen Duelo está ahora disponible en español
Para ayudar a niños y padres a enfrentar el fallecimiento de un ser querido, Akron Children’s ofrece un grupo de apoyo Buen Duelo durante seis semanas. Estos servicios de apoyo se les ofrece a todas las familias, no solo a aquellos que han experimentado una pérdida en nuestro hospital. Recientemente estos servicios se expandieron para […]
5 old-school remedies that could be dangerous for your grandbaby
Whether you watch your grandchildren regularly or occasionally, the personalized, loving care you provide them is a benefit that can’t be measured. But for grandparents who haven’t had to stay up to date on the constantly changing parenting safe practices, there’s a lot to catch up on. Many parenting practices and guidelines have changed from […]
Akron Children’s ranked among the best for diabetes and endocrinology care
Akron Children’s Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology recently ranked 46th on U.S. News & World Report’s annual rankings of the best children’s hospitals in the United States, validating the outstanding care our staff provides to children with complex, chronic conditions such as diabetes. The department also ranked in the top 50 in U.S. News & […]