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Northeast Ohio Parent Editor Angela Gartner talks to Heather Trnka, injury prevention supervisor at Akron Children's Hospital, about how to keep kids safe while having fun in the sun. ...

Northeast Ohio Parent Editor Angela Gartner talks to Heather Trnka, injury prevention supervisor at Akron Children's Hospital, about how to keep kids safe while having fun in nature. ...

Northeast Ohio Parent Editor Angela Gartner talks to Heather Trnka, injury prevention supervisor at Akron Children's Hospital, about how to keep kids safe while having fun in the water.  ...

Fun in the sun is a given during the summer months, but spending lots of time outside in the sun can lead to sunburn. What’s the best way to protect your child’s skin from sun damage while they enjoy the outdoors? Dr. Dan Grove a pediatric dermatologist from Akron Children's provides some answers. ...

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Many families are planning water-related fun for Memorial Day Weekend to kick off summer — but they need to make water safety a part of those plans, as well. Here are a few essential safety tips for your family's next pool or beach day. ...

Sponsored Content. The Pediatric Anxiety and Allergy Research Clinic at Kent State University was awarded a grant from the National Institutes of Health to test two interventions (for ages 5-9 with a parent-reported food allergy) to help young children stick to food allergy safety rules. Learn more on how to participation in this study. ...

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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and to help Northeast Ohio families find support for a child who may be struggling, Connecting for Kids will offer three resource fairs during the month of March. Each fair is free to the public and filled with mental health, disability and other providers. ...

Whether your new year's resolution involves fitness or you're seeking to enhance your own wellness — and that of your family — it's always a good idea to explore different options and keep your routine fresh. ...