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Health Equity Information Resources - a Summa Medical Library Guide

Guide on Health Equity / Disparities, Population Health, & Cultural Competence

Health and Demographics in Akron & Barberton

This page contains health and demographic information about Summit County, Akron, and Barberton. In the first box, there are several narrative data reports about these areas. The reports detail health statistics in the area including leading causes of death, trends, and health disparities. The second box provides patient and provider information about the top causes of death in the area.

Health Reports

Top Causes of Death in Akron

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Akron, Ohio. Heart disease includes conditions like heart failure, arrhythmia, and heart attack/MI. Below are information resources for patients and healthcare providers. Hover over a link for more information.

Patient Information Resources

Resources for Healthcare Professionals

Cancer is the second leading cause of death in Akron, Ohio. The most common cancers in Akron include breast, lung & bronchus, prostate, and colon & rectum cancers. Below are health information resources for patients and healthcare providers. Hover over a link for more information.

Patient Information Resources

Resources for Healthcare Professionals

Accidental deaths, including drug overdoses, are the third leading cause of death in Akron, Ohio. Drug overdoses include those caused by illicit drug use, prescribed medications, and OTC medications (e.g. Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen) . Below are health information resources for patients and healthcare providers. Hover over a link for more information.

Patient Information Resources

Resources for Healthcare Professionals

Chronic Lower Respiratory Disease (CLRD) is another leading cause of death in Akron, Ohio. CLRD include COPD and asthma. Below are health information resources for patients and healthcare providers. Hover over a link for more information.

Patient Information Resources

Resources for Healthcare Professionals

Diabetes is another leading cause of death in Akron, Ohio. This includes type I and type II diabetes. Below are health information resources for patients and healthcare providers. Hover over a link for more information.

Patient Information Resources

Resources for Healthcare Professionals

Stroke is another leading cause of death in Akron, Ohio. This includes ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. Below are health information resources for patients and healthcare providers. Hover over a link for more information.

Patient Information Resources

Resources for Healthcare Professionals

About the Library -- Location, Contact Us, Hours, etc.

ABOUT THE LIBRARY

Location, Contact Us:                         Library Hours & Access:

 

Located at:

Akron  Campus, South Pavilion, Ground Floor, Suite G-3

General (Staffed) Hours:

8:00 - 4:30, M-F

 

Mailing Address:

55 Arch Street, Suite G-3,
Akron, OH 44304
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Badge Access:  Your Summa badge is required to enter via the badge reader. Tap your badge to enter. If your badge doesn't work, ring the doorbell and a staff member will let you in. You must have your badge with you and be able to show it to the librarians, even if off-the-clock. 

 

Main Phone, Email, Fax:

Phone: 330-375-3260 
Email:  amedlib@summahealth.org 
Fax:  330-379-5034 (new fax #)
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Who Can Use Summa Library:  All Summa employees have access during staffed hours. The library is not open to the public.

After Hours:  All physicians, residents, and fellows have after-hours access via badge proximity reader. Other types of staff may contact the library to request after-hours access