While safety around water is always important, swimming and recreational fun in or near open water areas such as ponds, lakes and oceans pose different threats and challenges that can turn fun into injury or loss of life quickly. In fact, according to the World Health Organization, drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury […]
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Tips for choosing a summer sitter
With the end of the school year rapidly approaching, parents of school-age kids are making childcare plans for the summer months. If you work full time, part-time or just need occasional help, it can be daunting to find the right fit for your family. That’s why getting recommendations from people you trust can help with […]
MyChart reduces wait times for test results
Imagine you’re a new parent. Your son, just a few days old, goes to his first doctor’s visit. As the doctor examines your newborn, a look of concern crosses over her face, and she tells you that your baby will need a follow-up appointment to have an ultrasound of his spine. At that moment, your […]
How a tiny patient sparked an adoption journey for an Akron Children’s nurse
May is National Foster Care Month, and Akron Children’s is celebrating the stories of families created through foster care and adoption. For NICU nurse practitioner Katelyn Ruff, meeting a tiny patient 10 years ago blossomed into the start of her family. In June 2014, Katelyn began working as a nurse in the NICU at Akron […]
Arab American Heritage Month: Dr. Abdelaziz Saleh
Observed in April, Arab American Heritage Month celebrates the rich and diverse culture and contributions of Arab Americans. Abdelaziz Saleh, MD, PhD, FACOG, is a maternal-fetal specialist and division director of the Fetal Treatment Center at Akron Children’s. To recognize the month, Dr. Saleh shares what his Arab American heritage means to him and how […]
From network engineer to RV traveler: Russ Johnson is ready to hit the road in retirement
Russ Johnson, network manager in Information Services, is hanging up his keyboard and mouse to embark on a new adventure – retirement! With his last day scheduled for May 3, Russ is eager to trade in his network cables for RV power cords. He and his wife, Diane, are seasoned RVers and look forward to […]