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Learning you have chronic kidney disease (CKD) may come as a surprise, and getting used to your new normal can take some time. One thing that can help? Learning as much as you can about your condition and what steps you can take next. Here’s what you need to know. 

Parenting in the age of screens isn’t easy. But you have more power over how your family uses the internet than you may think. Try these strategies to help all of you feel happier and more present. 

Do you need to monitor your blood pressure at home? Here’s what you need to know about buying a cuff, taking measurements, and decoding those numbers.

A daily walk is a great way to sneak in easy exercise. But it might also have some mood-boosting benefits — if you do it the right way.

Life can be unpredictable. When uncertainty hits, it’s only natural for you — and your kids — to feel anxious. Here, experts share their top strategies for staying grounded.

In network. Out of network. Figuring out where you can, or should, go to an appointment can get confusing and even overwhelming. The answers to these common questions will help you make sense of it all. And they’ll show you why it pays to stay in your network.

Sneak in more steps with these easy strategies

Don’t let the flu — and the fever, body aches, and fatigue that can come with it — hold you back. Use these expert tips to keep you and your loved ones healthy.

Being discharged from the hospital or emergency room is an important step in a child’s recovery journey. But it’s not the end of the road. Most caregivers and children will need to continue managing the child’s health in the days and weeks following hospitalization. Learn more about why this is so important.

Taking medications as prescribed is an important step toward long-lasting improvement and lowered risk of hospitalization. Another key step? Keeping up with your health care provider appointments for monitoring and any necessary adjustments. Learn more about the ins and outs of medication management with the following information.

There are many reasons why adults and adolescents struggle to stick with their treatment plan. But skipping appointments can interfere with your recovery. Learn what you can do to get back, or stay, on course.

Certain kinds of mental health medications can have life-changing benefits for children and adolescents who need them, but some may have risks. Working with health care providers to monitor these medications may reduce risks. For some people, these medications can worsen or lead to increased blood pressure, increased blood sugar (which can lead to diabetes), obesity, and increased cholesterol. An important way to decrease those risks is by keeping up with simple blood tests, sometimes called metabolic monitoring. Here are some tips to help you get the best possible results from metabolic monitoring for your child