Grants Support Housing, Homeless Programs
Kaiser Permanente announces 2 new grants in line with its mission to create healthy communities through housing support.
Tagged: Santa Rosa
Public Affairs Rep Lands Big Book Deal
Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Public Affairs Representative Heather Chavez is keeping her day job and finishing the first of 2 books.
A Glimmer of Light
Hannah Egge, RN, helped her patient beat pneumonia, then led him to more Kaiser Permanente help to regain his sobriety.
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.
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.