As we approach National Genetics Counselor Awareness Day on November 14, we’d like to shine a spotlight on the vital contributions of our genetics counselors like Laura Benedict. These dedicated professionals assist individuals and families navigating the complexities of genetic disorders, offering not just information and education, but also compassion and support. Laura’s journey into […]
Archives for November 2024
How to talk to kids about responsible use of AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) is trickling its way into our everyday lives and changing the way we work, communicate and enjoy entertainment. And not just our lives: Teens are embracing AI tools at an accelerated pace, similarly to how they were early adopters of social media. In fact, a recent report by Common Sense Media shows […]
Akron Children’s suture team celebrates 50 years of compassionate care
This year, the Akron Children’s suture team celebrated its 50th anniversary, a milestone that highlights decades of dedicated service and innovative wound care in pediatric emergency medicine. Led by Suture Program Coordinator Jason Clancy, the team includes 25 highly trained paramedics, nurses and certified surgical technologists (CSTs), who provide vital care in both the Akron […]
Akron Children’s Burn Institute provides lifesaving wound care for 82-year-old patient
As a NICU nurse at Akron Children’s, Rita Vitale is no stranger to caring for the tiniest, most fragile patients. However, she never expected that the same hospital would provide critical care to her 82-year-old mother, Sylvia. In 2020, during the height of the COVID pandemic, Sylvia began developing red patches on her scalp that […]
