10 Essential Apps That Take the Guess Work Out of Illness

The next time your old standbys—chicken soup, decongestant and ginger ale—don't cut it on a sick day, download one of these.

By Kipp Jarecke-Cheng April 26, 2017

With the ever-increasing complexities of the healthcare system, the adage that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure rings truer today than ever before. Caring for sick kids can be complicated, but a new batch of family-focused and user-friendly apps aims to help parents and caregivers provide appropriate health care with confidence. Flip through our slideshow of some of the most useful apps to help care for little patients.

CVS Pharmacy

If your little one has been diagnosed with an ailment that requires medication, the CVS Pharmacy app can help to speed up the process of filling prescriptions with in-app ordering for curbside pickup. Additionally, this time-saving app includes coupons and special offers linked to users’ ExtraCare cards and free two-day shipping for app orders. Optional push notifications help busy parents know when prescriptions are ready and access to prescription histories ensure that any potential contraindications are alerted before anything goes wrong. In a pinch, the app also has a MinuteClinic locator, in case your little patient needs immediate care.

Available for iOS and Android, Free.

What are your favorite apps to help manage your family’s health and wellness? Tell us in the comments below!

— Kipp Jarecke-Cheng