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Meet the 2025 David Lawrence Community Service Award winners. Each year, we give this award to those whose volunteer work uplifts their communities— honorees include 1 team and 15 employees. Each winner selects a nonprofit to receive a charitable donation. k-p.li/4dIY6ig
Cancer affects more than physical health. In a Headspace partnership webinar, Nate Battle, mental health coach & cancer survivor, and Mishellene McKinney, RN, VP Clinical Programs at Kaiser Permanente, share tools to support patients and caregivers. Watch: k-p.li/4o9CX5F
Proud to announce Kari Cordero as the 2026 George Halvorson Community Health Leadership Award winner. A psychiatric nurse practitioner at @KPNapaSolano, Kari leads Napa Solano SANE-SART, supporting survivors of violence and abuse with compassion and care. k-p.li/4xbel0a
Are you up to date on your cervical cancer screening?
Kaiser Permanente researchers found that mailing HPV self-sampling kits to people who are overdue helped more patients complete recommended screening.
Read more: k-p.li/4uy8q36
Waking up tired even after 8 hours? Your room may be too bright. Even small light can disrupt deep sleep. Keisha Sullivan, DO, sleep medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente in Maryland, told @RealSimple darkness supports melatonin and sleep cycles. k-p.li/4edxya4
Joining a Business Resource Group at KP helped Serena Welch build community and grow as a leader. Inclusion is core to who we are — and the BRG program is one example of how we create better experiences for our employees and communities: k-p.li/4uCVyK6. #BestPlaceToWork
Kibimaro “Kibi” Ishida, MD, was known for his humor. Born in a Japanese internment camp in 1944, Dr. Ishida went on to care for patients at Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center for 20 years. He built a legacy rooted in compassion and community. #AAPIHeritageMonth
Most people don’t realize how everyday habits can influence stroke risk. Catherine Campbell, MD, at Kaiser Permanente in Baltimore shares with @EatingWell that up to 80% of strokes are preventable. See what cardiologists recommend to reduce risk. k-p.li/42m2sqc
There’s a lot of misinformation about cancer risk, but experts say everyday habits matter. Reena Kirtikumar Vora, MD, oncologist at Kaiser Permanente, shared with @EatingWell that evidence-based choices can help you make informed decisions. k-p.li/4uwUcjj@kpscalnews
Most skin cancers are linked to sun exposure and often develop where UV rays hit most. Protection matters—even in overlooked spots. Use broad-spectrum SPF 30 daily and wear protective clothing to help lower your risk. Learn more about prevention here: k-p.li/3R4c8mN
Did you know 1 in 4 women don’t get regular HPV screenings to help prevent cervical cancer? Kaiser Permanente researchers are working to change that. In 2023 we introduced HPV self-collection kits, and new research shows they help more people get screened. k-p.li/4cKz42Q
When employee Susana Sequeira felt overwhelmed during a challenging period for her family, she turned to the wellness resources available to KP members. Caring for our employees means supporting their well-being. Learn more about our wellness resources: k-p.li/44CJVb3.
After trauma, substance use disorder, and housing instability, Cathleen Zmotony felt lost. One decision connected her with the mental health and addiction care support she needed to heal. Today, she’s building a life grounded in stability and hope. k-p.li/3QQCaKl
Learn from Kaiser Permanente specialists about the latest advances in cancer care at our no-cost webinar. Innovations such as genetic testing, immunotherapy, and robotic surgery are expanding treatment options and improving outcomes: k-p.li/advancingcancercare
The newborn stage brings major life changes for moms. The good news is that small, practical habits can help protect your energy, strengthen your support system, and make daily life feel more manageable. Managing stress with a new baby | Kaiser Permanente
The skill, compassion and dedication of our award-winning nurses shape the care and experience our patients and their loved ones receive. k-p.li/4topB6x#NursesWeek#ThankYouNurses
When a stroke happens, minutes matter. Learn how to identify the signs of a stroke and remember to BE FAST. Read more about how to reduce risk: Prevention resource hub | Kaiser Permanente #StrokeAwarenessMonth
During National Nurses Week, we honor our 78,630 nurses for the expertise they bring and the difference they make in people’s lives. Happy Nurses Week! #ThankYouNurses