Extracurricular activities for kids can have several benefits. They help keep kids physically active and mentally engaged. These activities can also help shape your child’s social development, give them a sense of involvement, and may improve their self-esteem. Whether your child is 2 or 12, choosing an extracurricular activity for kids can be tough, especially […]
Archives for October 2023
Managing peanut allergy with oral immunotherapy improves Hudson boy’s quality of life
Ever since Harrison Huntington, age 7 of Hudson, Ohio, was diagnosed with a peanut allergy, his parents hoped for a way to lessen the severity of his allergic reactions. Their hope became a reality when an oral immunotherapy (OIT) was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2020. “We knew we wanted […]
3 things you didn’t know you can do in the MyChart app
Many of the same trusted MyChart services you access by computer are available on your phone to deliver optimized convenience for on-the-go families. Whether you’re away on summer vacation or just out running errands, the MyChart app puts the tools in your hands to control your children’s health care anytime, anywhere. Download the MyChart app, […]
What’s the difference between pediatrics and adolescent medicine?
When your baby was born, you will probably took him or her to a pediatrician for care. As your kids get older and start to transition to the teen years, you may be wondering if a pediatrician is still the best fit for your child’s care. According to adolescent medicine physician, Dr. Elizabeth Mason, in […]
NEOMED, Akron Children’s physician-scientist Ronald Seese wins prestigious NIH award
The High-Risk, High-Reward Research program, supported by the Common Fund at the National Institutes of Health, has awarded a $1.95 million grant to Ronald R. Seese, M.D., Ph.D., a developmental neurologist at Akron Children’s and an associate professor of pediatrics at Northeast Ohio Medical University. The 2023 NIH Director’s Early Independence Award (DP5) is across […]
The J.M. Smucker Co. makes $1 million gift to support Akron Children’s early literacy efforts
Thriving together with all those who count on its business. It’s how The J.M. Smucker Co. defines success. One of the ways the company sees this success in action is through its longtime philanthropic partnership with Akron Children’s. For years, the company has supported programs and services at our hospital that ladder up to several […]
