When New Dads Feel Sad
New fathers are affected by postpartum depression, too. Learn how men can best cope with the transition into fatherhood.
Browsing: Total Health
Best Advice for Preventing Skin Cancer
With summer just around the corner, a Kaiser Permanente dermatologist offers advice for protecting your skin from the sun.
Living With Depression
In this photo essay, an artist and mental health advocate reflects on how her family, health care, and art have helped her through bouts of debilitating depression.
Understanding Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a gynecologic condition that occurs in an estimated 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. Symptoms may include pelvic pain, fatigue, and even infertility. Treatment includes medication or surgery.
A Happy and Healthy Anniversary
Fifteen years ago, Kaiser Permanente launched its first farmers market, thanks to the innovative thinking of Preston Maring, MD.
Living With Grief
There is no one size fits all when it comes to grief. During Mental Health Awareness Month, learn the causes of grief and some resources for getting through — and living with — loss.
Basics About Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Abdominal discomfort and diarrhea or constipation are the hallmarks of this chronic condition. Learn the basics about IBS from a Kaiser Permanente gastrointestinal chief, including treatment options.
5 Tips for Bystander Intervention
How can you play a role in preventing sexual assault? A women’s health psychologist offers important — and possibly life-saving — tips below.
Pink Is the Color of Courage
In our ‘Where Are They Now?’ series, we check back with the 5 breast cancer survivors — 4 of whom are cared for by the same oncologist at Kaiser Permanente Antioch. The group is behind the hot pink license plates now showing up on California roads. The California Department of Motor Vehicles projects the specialty plate will be the most successful ever produced.
Stopping Colon Cancer in Its Tracks
Colon cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer death in the United States, yet it is one of the most preventable types of cancer.
Healthy Hearing
Our hearing can deteriorate with time. Be kind to your ears by reducing noise and using earplugs. If you start to miss sounds, see your physician for a diagnosis and help.
Love Your Heart
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center cardiologist and Physician in Chief Rita Ng, MD, offers guidance for preventing heart disease.