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- Health Article description.Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used to relieve pain and fever and to reduce swelling and inflammation caused by injury or diseases such as arthritis. Aspirin, ibuprofen, ketoprofen, and naproxen are commonly used NSAIDs. NSAIDs may cause side effects. The most common are stomach upset, heartburn, and...
- Vaginal gel makes it hard for sperm to move and reach an egg. Find out about this and other contraception methods.Vaginal gel makes it hard for sperm to move and reach an egg. Find out about this and other contraception methods.
- Health Article description.Amazing changes are happening in your newborn's development. Babies' brains develop quickly, as they begin to think, learn, and remember. Newborns listen to and learn the sounds of language. They can communicate with sounds and facial expressions.
- The diaphragm is a silicone cup that covers your cervix and acts like a barrier to sperm. Learn more about this type of nonhormonal birth control.The diaphragm is a silicone cup that covers your cervix and acts like a barrier to sperm. Learn more about this type of nonhormonal birth control.
- Health Article description.Severe dehydration means: Your mouth and eyes may be extremely dry. You may pass little or no urine for 12 or more hours. You may not feel alert or be able to think clearly. You may be too weak or dizzy to stand. You may pass out. Severe dehydration is a medical emergency and requires emergency treatment. Call or other...
- The progestin-only pill (POP) is taken daily for 91% pregnancy prevention. Read about side effects and how to get a prescription for POP.The progestin-only pill (POP) is taken daily for 91% pregnancy prevention. Read about side effects and how to get a prescription for POP.
- Health Article description.Covers causes and symptoms of high blood pressure. Explains systolic and diastolic pressure numbers. Looks at treatment and prevention steps. Includes risks of untreated high blood pressure such as heart attack, stroke, and kidney failure.
- A vasectomy is a type of permanent birth control for men that has a 99% pregnancy prevention rate. Find out the risks and benefits of getting a vasectomy.A vasectomy is a type of permanent birth control for men that has a 99% pregnancy prevention rate. Find out the risks and benefits of getting a vasectomy.
- Tubal ligation (female sterilization) is a type of permanent birth control for women, and has a 99% pregnancy prevention rate. Learn about risks and benefits.Tubal ligation (female sterilization) is a type of permanent birth control for women, and has a 99% pregnancy prevention rate. Learn about risks and benefits.
- Health Article description.A computed tomography (CT) scan uses X-rays to make detailed pictures of structures inside of the body. During the test, you lie on a table that is attached to the CT scanner, which is a large doughnut-shaped machine. The CT scanner sends X-ray pulses through the body. Each pulse lasts less than a second and takes a...
- Natural family planning, also known as fertility awareness or the rhythm method, is when a woman prevents pregnancy by closely tracking her own fertility.Natural family planning, also known as fertility awareness or the rhythm method, is when a woman prevents pregnancy by closely tracking her own fertility.
- Health Article description.Covers causes and symptoms of asthma in teens and adults. Includes info on avoiding triggers and treating attacks. Looks at treatment with controller medicine. Covers delivery systems that include metered-dose and dry powder inhalers and nebulizers.
- Our nurses are leaders and patient advocates. They transform care and improve health for our members and communities.
- Health Article description.Anesthesia is a way to control pain using anesthetic medicine. General anesthesia, which can be injected into a vein or inhaled, affects the entire body and makes the person unconscious. A person under general anesthesia is completely unaware of what is going on and does not feel pain during the surgery or procedure...
- Nari Gopala, Kaiser Permanente’s chief digital officer, answers 3 questions about how we’re giving members better, easier ways to get and manage their care.
- Health Article description.Looks at depression in children and teens. Covers symptoms like anxiety, headaches, sleep problems, and lack of energy. Discusses treatment with therapy and medicines. Covers warning signs of suicide.
- These are answers to some common questions from members about getting care at Kaiser Permanente.
- Health Article description.Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a test that uses a magnetic field and pulses of radio wave energy to make pictures of organs and structures inside the body. In many cases, MRI gives different information about structures in the body than can be seen with an X-ray, ultrasound, or computed tomography (CT) scan. MRI...
- If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues, we’re here to help. Learn more about mental health care at Kaiser Permanente.
- Health Article description.What is an environmental illness? An environmental illness can occur when you are exposed to toxins or substances in the environment that make you sick. These health hazards may be found where you live, work, or play. Maybe you have headaches that only occur on weekends. Or maybe you began to feel sick and got a rash...
- Health Article description.Explains what breastfeeding is, benefits, how to plan for it, and how often to breastfeed. Includes step-by-step instructions. Covers common problems and when to call for help.
- Kaiser Permanente has opened a new Radiation Oncology Center and MRI Center at the Bellflower Medical Offices.
- Health Article description.What is alcohol use disorder? Alcohol use disorder means that a person drinks alcohol even though it causes harm to themselves or others. It can range from mild to severe. People with this disorder may find it hard to control their alcohol use. Over time, drinking too much alcohol may cause health problems, like liver...
- You’ve got many ways to get care — over the phone, by video, and online. See how you can get care using telehealth at Kaiser Permanente.You’ve got many ways to get care — over the phone, by video, and online. See how you can get care using telehealth at Kaiser Permanente.
- Health Article description.Local anesthesia is a method to deliver pain control medicine to a specific area. It can be injected or applied to the skin or mucous membranes to numb an area and its surrounding tissues. Local anesthesia does not make the person sleepy or relieve other pains. But it may be used along with other medicines that have...
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