Climbing for Peace
Kaiser Permanente member Fred Ptucha’s new pacemaker enabled him to scale Iran’s Mount Damavand on behalf of peace. Pictured, the climbers crossing a snowfield at 17,000 feet.
Tagged: Santa Rosa
Healing Together
When the North Bay Fires hit a year ago, many Kaiser Permanente employees and physicians lost homes, security, or simply a way of life. Since then, bi-monthly seminars created by employees are offering a respite to anyone for free.
After the Fires, Grants Help With Healing
Kaiser Permanente contributes $1.5 million through 2 grants that extend mental health services and other supports to Sonoma County fire victims.
Why Weightlifting Isn’t Just for Men
A Kaiser Permanente registered nurse and a Kaiser Permanente physical therapist tell how strength training benefits health and well-being.
2 New Facilities Enhance Patient Care
The first 2 of 3 new medical office buildings open in Northern California this spring. Pictured, the new Mercury Way Medical Office Building in Santa Rosa.
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.
North Bay Strong
The North Bay fires forced the evacuation of the Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center. How are employees and physicians…
Nurse Cares for Patient While Fire Destroys Her Home
Julayne Smithson, RN, could save only her nursing papers and some scrubs from her burning home located behind Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa. Then she went back to work.
NCAL Fires Prompt Evacuation of Santa Rosa Medical Center
Kaiser Permanente is closely monitoring the situation in Napa and Sonoma Counties after area fires prompted the evacuation of the Santa Rosa Medical Center.
Hope Arrives After Deadly Fires
Two Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa nurses lost their home to wildfire, then welcomed a new baby and an unexpected gift.
With Kaiser Permanente at His Side, Firefighter Beats Throat Cancer
Kaiser Permanente specialty care resulted in the best care and treatment for member Chris Gauer’s rare cancer. Pictured above with…