With November being National Diabetes Month, it’s important to know the risk factors associated with this disease, and what you can do to lower your chances of developing this serious […]
Author Archives: Terry Kanakri, Kaiser Permanente Southern California Region
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Keys to surviving breast cancer
As the nation observes October as national Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it’s vitally important for women to have a good understanding of this potentially deadly disease.According to the Centers for […]
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Suicide among youth is raising red flags
Although suicide is a concern among all age groups, the return to in-person learning and the role social media plays in the lives of young people are raising red flags […]
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Trump assassination attempt latest example of continued gun violence
Special to Our WeeklyThe recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump shocked the nation as it was the latest of many incidents involving gun violence reported by the media.The […]
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Race-based traumatic stressa serious mental health concern
For many people within the Black community, racial trauma – or race-based traumatic stress (RBTS) – is a mental health condition that can have significant health consequences if left untreated. […]
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Be cautious before you cool off in pool or lake
Now that summer has arrived, many people – including children – will enjoy swimming to cool off from the hot California sun in swimming pools, water parks, lakes and the […]
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Free swim lessons available for area low-income families
Join ‘Operation Splash’ Low income families living in Los Angeles are now eligible for free swim lessons and affordable lifeguard training thanks to a $408,000 Operation Splash Kaiser Permanente Community […]
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COVID-19 and race-based stress result in major mental health concerns
Mental health concerns and COVID-19…