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Back to Health Dashboard- Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a common genetic disease that causes mucus in the body to become thick and sticky. The mucus builds up and causes problems in many of the body's organs, especially the lungs and the pancreas. People who have CF can have...
- What is alcohol withdrawal? If you drink alcohol regularly and then cut down on how much you drink or suddenly stop drinking, you may go through some physical and emotional problems. This is called withdrawal. It happens because the alcohol is clearing out of your system. Clearing the alcohol from your body is called...
- Artificial intelligence can improve health care by reducing administrative tasks, supporting diagnoses, and helping clinicians develop personalized treatment plans.
- Many things can cause low vision, including macular degeneration and glaucoma. When you can't see as well, daily life may feel more challenging. But you can do some things to stay as independent as you can and keep doing the activities you enjoy.
- What is social anxiety disorder? Social anxiety disorder (also called social phobia) is a condition in which a person is extremely anxious about what they will say or do in front of other people. This includes public speaking and day-to-day social situations. But it's more than just being shy or nervous before public...
- New climate collaborative with BSR announced at joint Kaiser Permanente and World Economic Forum speaker series.
- Discusses autism, an autism spectrum disorder (once known as a pervasive developmental disorder). Looks at signs of autism, including problems talking or repetitive behaviors. Covers behavioral and physical exams used to diagnose autism. Covers treatment options.
- Kaiser Permanente and other leading companies are mandating COVID-19 shots because ending this pandemic depends on it.
- This article explains what virtual care (telemedicine) is, when and how it's used, and what the risks are.
- With the right strategies and public policies, we can strengthen our nation’s health system by focusing on this critical part of the workforce.
- Health insurance is key to a strong country — it improves health and boosts our economy.
- What are public health threats? Public health threats are events or disasters that can affect you and your community. Some examples of public health threats are: Natural disasters. Disease outbreaks. Accidents involving hazardous substances. Terrorist attacks. Racial attacks. Active shooters or other violence in public...
- Enhanced premium tax credits expire at the end of 2025. We urge Congress to keep them permanent.
- As a parent, you are the ideal teacher to help your child learn about sex. Talking openly about sexuality helps your child understand their feelings, and it can help them have a positive attitude toward a natural process. It's best to keep your...
- Medicaid and tax credits for acquiring coverage are essential for patients, the economy, and the health care system.
- Understand what sex therapy is and how it's done.
- Reducing Medicaid funding will lead to worse health outcomes, overburden emergency rooms, and cause many rural hospitals to close.
- If you have substance use disorder, your doctor may suggest treatment at an inpatient or outpatient facility. At inpatient facilities, you stay overnight. At outpatient facilities, you come only during the day. How long you stay varies among programs. There are many options for inpatient and outpatient treatment...
- Organizations that provide public mental health crisis services must work together with health care organizations to care for people in need.
- Learn about common behaviors and problem behaviors in teens.
- Attendees look at ways to get healthy food to people who don’t have enough or who have a serious illness.
- Your child may have developmental delays as well as other problems that can make children, teens, and adults who have Down syndrome vulnerable to abuse, injury, and other types of harm. You can help manage and prevent these types of problems by being aware and helping your child learn how to avoid dangerous situations...
- Our approaches ensure effectiveness and safety, and drive cost savings. We encourage lawmakers to look to our successes to see what’s possible.
- Learn tips for finding reliable mental health resources online.
- Congress should act to make COVID-19 policies permanent and ensure millions of people can keep their affordable health care coverage beyond 2025.
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