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05/23/2026

E-bikes are growing in popularity, and so are preventable crashes among young riders. As of 2025, there were 25 e-bike related crashes in Washoe County alone, and the average rider age was just over 13 years old.

Incline Middle School recently partnered with the Washoe County Sheriff's Office, Renown Children's Hospital and Village Ski Loft to help students learn the rules of the road, helmet safety and basic bike mechanics.

Read the full story below with the Sierra Sun — and learn the requirements for your child’s e-bike and helmet.
https://www.sierrasun.com/news/wear-a-helmet-bike-and-helmet-safety-assembly-at-incline-middle-school-educates-students-on-bike-and-e-bike-safety/

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – As e-bikes continue to rise in popularity, the risk of accidents in youth riders is rising with it. That’s why principal of Incline Middle School, Dan Lediard, is making bike safety...

05/21/2026

Myth: Psychiatric medications should always be stopped immediately as soon as you get pregnant.

Fact: Stopping medications abruptly without consulting your doctor can be dangerous, and it’s important to ask your provider for the full picture.

Mental health conditions during pregnancy are more common than you may think. Pregnancy is often a joyful time for many people, but for others, it can also be a period of depression, anxiety and other psychiatric conditions.

Dr. Carissa Klarich, psychiatry resident at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, and Dr. Sarin Pakhdikian, psychiatric resident at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV, touch on this important topic. Read on to learn what to keep in mind surrounding your mental health while planning a pregnancy:
https://www.renown.org/blog/pregnancy-and-mental-health-signs-and-support

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this year, we're focusing on mental health during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Learn more here.

05/18/2026

Oncology Wellness programs are here to support you at every step of your journey.

This May, join Renown Health for Wellness Walks, Tai Chi and Sound Baths! Programs designed to support movement, relaxation and overall well-being.

Explore the full May calendar and learn more at renown.org/wellness.

05/15/2026

How do referrals work?

1. Your primary care provider sends a referral and your medical records to the specialist’s office.

2. The specialist’s office may call you to schedule, or you can call them. Processing times may vary.

3. After your visit, the specialist develops a treatment plan, which may need prior authorization.

05/12/2026

Renown Health has launched a new online clinical trials information hub, making it easier to explore available studies and understand your options. Access to research is an important part of advancing care in our community.

Learn more: https://www.renown.org/about/newsroom/renown-health-launches-online-clinical-trials-information-hub

05/10/2026

To all the moms, grandmas and mother figures out there – we wish you a Mother’s Day full of joy and love! ❤️

05/08/2026

Scheduling care just got easier. You can now book your Renown Health appointment online in minutes, anytime, anywhere.

Find the care you need and schedule your visit below.

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05/06/2026

All month long, Reno Costco employees and members are raising funds to help local kids just like LeAnne. LeAnne's life changed on April 8, 2024, when ongoing back pain sent her to the emergency room at Renown Children's Hospital. There, she was diagnosed with ALL T-cell leukemia, a fast-growing blood cancer that affects the immune system. Since then, she has faced surgery, countless transfusions, intensive chemotherapy, lumbar punctures and long hospital stays. LeAnne is now 17 years old, loves driving her truck, and is looking forward to ringing the bell this year on Aug. 12.

Donate to Children's Miracle Network at the Costco register to help for children in our community.

05/04/2026

: Feeling a bit under the weather? Try your primary care provider, local urgent care or Teladoc for any non-emergent health issues.

05/02/2026

Renown Children's Hospital pediatric experts are alerting parents and caregivers to an increase in gastrointestinal (GI) illness among children in several Reno-area schools.

Learn what to be on the lookout for: https://www.renown.org/about/newsroom/renown-children-s-hospital-pediatricians-advise-parents-on-gastrointestinal-illness-affecting

04/30/2026

Your Evidence of Coverage (EOC) is an important legal document that explains how your health plan works. It tells you about your benefits, rights and responsibilities, as well as what services are covered or not covered. Think of it as a map that shows how decisions about your care and coverage are made. It helps you understand what your plan includes and what steps to take when you need care.



You can find your EOC by logging onto our website, navigating to the Member Service & Support page and clicking on Plan Information: https://www.hometownhealth.com/customer-service-support/