After the Fire: Neighborhood Park Gets New Life
Kaiser Permanente continues its commitment to helping Santa Rosa recover from a devasting fire 2 years ago.
Author: Douglas Oakley
Douglas Oakley
Doug Oakley is a writer and photographer with Kaiser Permanente. He writes and shoots photos on Kaiser Permanente’s community health initiatives, its nurses and facilities. He also covers infectious diseases, health education and pediatrics. Doug brings 30 years of experience from print journalism and communications work to his current role. Contact him at douglas.p.oakley@kp.org.
San Jose Mental Health Expansion Mirrors Regional Trend
Kaiser Permanente is expanding outpatient mental health services in San Jose next month with a new 11,840 square-foot clinic and additional therapists.
Alarming Rise in Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Infections reach epidemic levels, highlighting the importance of testing and treatment. The numbers of sexually transmitted diseases in California are…
There’s Still Time to Get the Flu Shot
Holidays, cold weather, and indoor activity are prime factors for getting the flu virus.
Ebola: Preparing for the Unthinkable in California
Kaiser Permanente Northern California is ready and able to treat an Ebola patient and keep others safe in the process.
Here Comes the Sun
Kaiser Permanente is using solar panels to create its own green energy and ease the negative health effects of climate change.
Don’t Be a Flu Victim!
The flu vaccine is available to Kaiser Permanente members starting Sept. 21 through the season’s end.
New Drama Explores Teen Mental Wellness
A free Kaiser Permanente Educational Theatre program for high school students examines mental health and stigma and is followed by…
You Survive Cancer. Now What?
Kaiser Permanente is expanding its program that connects cancer survivors to comprehensive follow-up care, ensuring they stay healthy for the long haul. Pictured, Kaiser Permanente Northern California member Sam Wiley and his wife, Hazel Weiss.
High School Health Care
A Kaiser Permanente physician is on a quest to care for kids at high-need, low-income schools.
Grants Support Housing, Homeless Programs
Kaiser Permanente announces 2 new grants in line with its mission to create healthy communities through housing support.
Replicating a Model for Hispanic Mental Health
A Northern California mental health clinic for Spanish speaking members is expanding at Kaiser Permanente. Pictured, mental health therapist Alejandra Ledezma outside her Walnut Creek office.