KP East Bay Area @kpeastbayarea

Your source for what's happening at Kaiser Permanente in the East Bay. Tweets are not medical advice. kp.org/oakland SF East Bay Joined March 2010

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KP East Bay Area @kpeastbayarea

2 days ago

September is #NationalPreparednessMonth. Do you have a plan in case of a disaster like a wildfire or earthquake? Read about the must-have items for your disaster kit here: k-p.li/4g3gIub

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Golden State Valkyries @valkyries

3 days ago

Our @kpnorcal physician Dr. Mary Moore joins @moniquebillings to talk health, teamwork, and what keeps them grounded—on and off the court.

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KPNorthernCal @kpnorcal

3 days ago

Cord blood donation leads to life-saving stem cell transplant. Our San Leandro Medical Center is one of the only Kaiser Permanente hospitals on the West Coast to offer this donation program. k-p.li/45u4wPk

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KPNorthernCal @kpnorcal

a week ago

In 1974, Arthur Mitchell graduated from Merritt College and interviewed at our Oakland Medical Center. He was hired as a radiology technologist, and the rest is history. Today, Aug. 29, Mitchell is retiring on the very date he was hired 51 years ago. 👏🏼 k-p.li/3HMK82Q

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KPNorthernCal @kpnorcal

a week ago

From pharmacy tech to mental health therapist! The Kaiser Permanente Mental Health Scholars Academy helps an employee launch the career she dreamed of. k-p.li/3HLd2Am

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KPNorthernCal @kpnorcal

2 weeks ago

Practicing self-care can keep your heart healthy. Being physically active, eating healthier foods, getting enough sleep, not smoking, and finding healthy ways to reduce stress can all help prevent heart disease. kp.org/heart

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KPNorthernCal @kpnorcal

a week ago

After a long, lazy summer, sleep habits, anxiety, and too much screen time can make for a rough ride when school starts. But with preparation and support, the transition can be smooth. k-p.li/3JeqBbL

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KP East Bay Area @kpeastbayarea

2 weeks ago

Thank you to everyone that joined us for Oakland's Chinatown StreetFest! We checked blood pressure, cleaned glasses and offered general health information to those in attendance.

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Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara @KPSantaClara

2 weeks ago

Now that school is back in session, it's important to establish healthy boundaries with children who are adjusting to fast-paced schedules. Learn more. k-p.li/3UDreOH

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Kaiser Permanente @aboutKP

3 weeks ago

As a single mom with limited time and resources, Tiffany struggled to make breastfeeding work with her first child. Learn how support from a dedicated lactation consultant made all the difference the second time around. k-p.li/3HAFdlo #NationalBreastfeedingMonth

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Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa @kpsantarosa

2 weeks ago

Robin Marcucci outlived his original cancer prognosis by two years—a victory he attributes to both his @kpsantarosa doctors and the emotional support provided by Kenny Rochford. Thank you @nbcbayarea for featuring our Cancer Peer Mentor Program. k-p.li/4mxzsEu

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KP East Bay Area @kpeastbayarea

2 weeks ago

We’re proud that Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center achieved the @American_Heart Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus award. We’re grateful to our care teams for their commitment to using the latest evidence-based treatments and procedures to care for our members.

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KPNorthernCal @kpnorcal

2 weeks ago

Extreme heat is a serious risk to your health, increasing the potential for dehydration, heat stroke, and heart attack. Everyone is at risk, but some people are at greater risk. Simple precautions make a big difference. Visit: kp.org/climateevents

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KP East Bay Area @kpeastbayarea

2 weeks ago

We were thrilled to partner with @eatlearnplay to transform the playground at Joaquin Miller Elementary School in Oakland. Together, we built new basketball courts, play structures, garden beds, and more. Check out the video here:

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KP East Bay Area @kpeastbayarea

3 weeks ago

Is your moisturizer protecting you from the sun? What SPF should you use, and how often? Our dermatologist, Dr. Akhil Wadhera, answered these questions and cleared up misinformation about sunscreen during an interview with @KTVU. Watch here: k-p.li/4oKwptV

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KP East Bay Area @kpeastbayarea

3 weeks ago

Thank you to our Fremont Emergency Department for leading our backpack donation drive! More than 500 backpacks filled with school supplies were distributed to students in the Tri-City area to help kids have a successful school year.

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KPNorthernCal @kpnorcal

3 weeks ago

Feeding your baby breast milk is a great way to help ensure a healthy start. But breastfeeding doesn’t always come easily, and some parents struggle at first. Learn about our commitment to helping you breastfeed. k-p.li/3J9ziEy

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Kaiser Permanente History @kphistory

2 months ago

In the 1950s, our maternity rooms were built around a nursery — with drawers connecting moms to their newborn babies. It was a small architectural detail that made a big impact on improving maternal care. 🔗k-p.li/3OZbm5V

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KPNorthernCal @kpnorcal

3 weeks ago

Vaccinating your children helps protect them from preventable diseases – and can protect your family and community. Get the facts here: k-p.li/3WFSy0D

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KP East Bay Area @kpeastbayarea

3 weeks ago

Back-to-school anxiety is normal, and there are ways to help children feel more comfortable as they adjust to a new classroom routine. Our child psychiatrist, Dr. Tina Lam, spoke with @KTVU about the best ways to offer support. Watch the interview here: k-p.li/4mHdUov