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.
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Nursing Wisdom from a Mom and an MD
In observance of National Breastfeeding Awareness Month, pediatrician Kate Land, MD, shares tips for how to get through the first few days of nursing a newborn.
Surfing for Life
Kaiser Permanente sponsored the 20th annual Kahuna Kupuna surf contest in Pacifica, California, for surfers over age 40. Pictured, Emily Flannagan performs a cross step maneuver on her long board in an early heat of the contest.
Hey Kid, Where’s Your Helmet?
In observance of National Youth Sports Week July 15-21, we spotlight skateboarding injury prevention and compare the injury rate to other popular youth sports.
Delivering Culturally Sensitive Mental Health Care
A mental health program called La Clínica at the Kaiser Permanente Richmond Medical Center is providing care for the Hispanic community, which has its own set of values and traditions.
Understanding Group B Strep
In observance of Group B Strep Month, read about the bacteria that can cause complications during pregnancy and serious illness in newborns.
A Do It Yourself Approach to Men’s Health
When it comes to living a long life, there are a surprisingly high number of preventive measures men can take on their own — including simply visiting a doctor — to stave off deadly diseases.
Kaiser Permanente Joins National Mental Health Coalition
The coalition Mental Health for US aims to raise mental health awareness during the U.S. presidential campaign.
Let Wellness Roll Right In
Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco welcomes the PauseNow meditation bus for employees needing some peace of mind.
Mothers, Take Care!
This Mother’s Day read about some ways busy moms can take the time for some much-needed self-care.
Expanded Access to Telepsychiatry
Kaiser Permanente’s Connect 2 Care Telepsychiatry program expands its facility and scope of impact.
Therapy Is Breaking the Cycle of Insomnia
Cognitive therapy at Kaiser Permanente in the Santa Clara area is helping hundreds of insomniacs learn how to get a good night’s sleep.