Kasey Morr envisions her first Mother’s Day with a walk in the park, perhaps a picnic, and lots of snuggling with 10-month-old Avalyn. After all she went through to become a mother, everyday with her baby girl is something to celebrate. Kasey and her husband, John, were told eight years ago that they would be […]
Parents of 5-year-old ‘shadow jumper’ are grateful for dermatologist’s quick diagnosis
No parent can bear to see a child in pain, but, it’s arguably worse when the cause or source of the pain remains a mystery. This was the life for Andrea and Brad Campbell, of Massillon. Parents to three active boys, they became increasingly concerned about their youngest, Deagon, who, as a toddler, had attacks […]
After first learning to how control his words, teen is now using his voice to help himself, others
After years of struggling in every which way, Daymon Deramus knew he was finally moving along a brighter path when he was invited to serve as the 2021 Youth Ambassador for the Tourette Association of America (TAA), representing the State of Ohio. “I was 12 when I was diagnosed with Tourette syndrome. It has shaken […]
Akron Children’s work in Haiti is showcased in ‘Open Hearts,’ a CIFF documentary
Akron Children’s Hospital’s work with St. Damien Hospital in Haiti takes center stage in a new film being shown at the 2021 Cleveland International Film Festival. The 59-minute film, called “Open Hearts,” can be streamed for $10 from April 8 to 20. Of that, a $1 donation goes to the nonprofit MedWish. You can watch […]
Job offer to North High graduate is first for hospital’s partnership with APS
As a student at North High School, So Ma Ya had lots of opportunities to learn about careers in health care. Akron Children’s Hospital’s was the first organization/employer to partner with Akron Public Schools in creating the Akron Children’s Hospital Academy of Health and Human Services at North High School in 2018. As a result, […]
Are bike helmets really that important? Akron family says absolutely
When Ashley was 9, she was like most kids her age on a spring day – waste no time in getting home from school. The nicer weather meant being outdoors and seeing neighbors and friends out and about. Ashley’s bike ride home that day took a scary turn – with a detour to the ER. […]
