Health

Northeast Ohio Parent sat down with Akron Children's Hospital to talk about summer safety issues for kids and families, including the impact caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch this video interview to help prepare your kids for a fun — and safe — summer. ...

Summer is a time for kids and their families to enjoy a variety of water activities, which can increase the possibility of contracting swimmer's ear — an infection of the outer canal that occurs when water gets trapped, allowing for bacteria and fungus to grow. Learn precautions you can take to help prevent this issue for your kids. ...

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Girls on the Run empowers girls in third through eighth grades to make healthy decisions, build positive relationships and cope with difficult feelings and situations. The curriculum for the fall 2020 season is being adapted to accommodate a variety of needs in light of COVID-19. ...

Young infants and children are generally more susceptible to ear infections. By the age of 3, about one in 15 children will undergo tube placement for treatment of recurrent and/or painful ear infections, persistent middle ear fluid, or the resultant persistent or fluctuating hearing loss due to fluid. Learn more about the process, including how it lowers the instance of ear infections. ...

During these days of social distancing, keeping extended family relationships strong is important for everyone. Learn some creative ways that local families and area nursing homes are keeping connected during this time. ...

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Using telehealth, doctors can provide their patients a health portal from a smart device where they can assess health conditions, provide therapy and more. This type of home treatment is rapidly on the uptick. With the outbreak of COVID-19, it became increasingly clear that telehealth could be used instead of the typical face-to-face appointment.  ...

The world opening back up, going out in public, and interacting with others may bring up new fears and worries in our children. Consequently, anxiety-driven behaviors that may have never presented themselves in your children before may begin to appear now. It is essential to notice these behaviors so that you can help your child cope with their fears appropriately. ...