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. 

Thinking about monitoring your blood pressure at home? Here’s your guide to picking the right cuff, taking accurate readings, and understanding your results.

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

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

When your child starts on any prescription, there can be an adjustment period. This can be especially true with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medicines. But you have every reason to feel optimistic. With the correct prescription medication at the right dosage, your child can show great improvement. That’s why it is important for children to visit the doctor within 30 days after they begin taking ADHD medication.

You could say that friendships have superpowers. They can protect us from chronic disease, lower our risk of depression, and even help us live longer.



Here are four alternatives to traditional salt that can help you cut back on your sodium intake without losing out on flavor.

Practicing mindfulness helps us stay in the present moment and keep our minds from wandering. It can even ease feelings of depression and anxiety. One easy way to achieve mindfulness? Jotting down your thoughts in a journal. Here's how to get started, and how it can improve your mental health.

Try these easy, budget-friendly tips for eating less sodium. Your taste for it may lessen over time — and you may not even miss it.

Strength coach and trainer Reda Elmardi, C.S.C.S., often uses chair yoga with older adults. He says it helps with balance and confidence and reduces your risk of falling. This is especially important in the winter, when you may encounter icy sidewalks. Here are three of Elmardi’s favorite chair yoga poses. All you need is a sturdy chair.

It’s hard to think of a time when we didn’t depend on technology for everything. We use it to communicate, pay bills, socialize, and even view our health information.

It’s the season of joy — except when it’s not. With the holidays approaching, here are four proven ways to boost your mood.

Know the risks and how to protect yourself and your loved ones

Even if you aren’t usually afraid of shots, you might be nervous about taking insulin for the first time. Try these tips to ease your mind

There’s a link? Yes—and you may be surprised how strong it is

Here’s what the science says—plus, five other ways to maximize your coffee’s health benefits

Anxiety isn’t uncommon in people with diabetes, but how do you know if it’s a problem?