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A leading health care provider & non profit health plan, caring for communities in Oregon & Southwest Washington. Tweets ≠ medical advice.
Portland, OR
Joined May 2009
A new @KPNorthwest partnership with Cascadia Tech Academy in Vancouver, Washington, is giving high school seniors in the Medical Assisting program the opportunity to complete their clinical training at our Clark County clinics.
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Students at Cascadia Technical Academy in Vancouver can now complete their clinical training hours at Kaiser Permanente clinics.
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Join us for a @kpnorthwest eyewear show on Thursday, August 7, at our Vision Essentials location at Salmon Creek Medical Office Central (14406 NE 20th Ave. Vancouver, Wash.). Save 25% on frames from Alexander McQueen, Balenciaga, Michael Kors, Prada, Versace, and more.
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We had a blast at @SundayParkways in East Portland yesterday! We're proud to support an event that celebrates healthy, active living. Next stop: Downtown Portland on September 14! Don’t miss this brand-new event in the heart of the city.
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Connection is powerful - it can boost your immunity, ease anxiety, and lift your self-esteem. Connect with @kpnorthwest at @SundayParkways on July 27 to help paint a community mural that will brighten a neighborhood school or business in East Portland.
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Oregon’s summer heat is here. Children’s skin is especially sensitive to UV rays, making sun protection essential to help prevent skin cancer later in life. Jessica Smith, MD, from @KPNorthwest, shares expert tips to keep your family safe in the sun.
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During the warmer months, sun protection for kids is essential. Jessica Smith, MD, a Kaiser Permanente dermatologist, answers questions about sun and skin safety for kids.
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We know that nutritious food and good health go hand in hand. Whole, nourishing foods can boost energy, support immunity, and lift your mood. Visit @kpnorthwest's Nourish booth at @SundayParkways on July 27 for wholesome samples and healthy food tips.
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As summer temperatures rise, keeping your kids hydrated is key to helping them stay energized and healthy. Cynthia Seitz, MD, at @KPNorthwest explains why hydration is so important for kids — and shares easy tips to make drinking water a healthy habit.
vancouverfamilymagazine.com
Cynthia Seitz, MD, a pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente’s Orchards Medical Office, shares tips on keeping kids hydrated.
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What an incredible day at @SundayParkways in Northeast Cully yesterday! We loved seeing the streets come alive with biking, walking, rolling. As the proud Presenting Sponsor, we’re thrilled to support this celebration of active living and neighborhood greenways.
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Prostate cancer survivor Luke Klein—martial arts coach and peer support counselor at @KPNorthwest—joined his doctor, Dr. Jeffery Sy, MD, on @fox12oregon to share how a simple conversation and preventive screening saved his life. #MensHealthMonth
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Luke Klein is a martial artist and prostate cancer survivor. He works as an advocate for men's health and screenings, as well as a mentor to help others with their own diagnoses. He joins FOX 12 Now...
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Movement is medicine! Just 30 minutes of activity each day can help reduce your risk of heart diseases, help you sleep better, and strengthen your bones and muscles. Join us at @SundayParkways this weekend in NE Portland and experience the health benefits of movement firsthand.
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What do blueberries and bicycles have in common? They’re both part of a fun, healthy Saturday at the Lane County Farmers Market. Stop by the @kpnorthwest booth on June 28 to hop on our smoothie bike —and learn how simple nutrition choices can support brain health and aging well.
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Get moving, get stickers, get prizes! Boost your mood with movement at @SundayParkways in NE Portland on June 29. Join @kpnorthwest for our annual Sticker Hunt — visit all stops on the route, complete your map, and claim a prize at any @KPNorthwest booth.
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In honor of #Juneteenth, @kpnorthwest's Black@KP Professional Association and our senior leadership team hosted events at our hospitals and medical office buildings to honor and celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of our Black communities.
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Integrated, coordinated care saves lives. Thanks to seamless communication between @KPNorthwest care teams, a Milwaukie, Oregon, patient was quickly diagnosed with pancreatic cancer — early enough for lifesaving care. Read more in the @nytimes.
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After weeks of discomfort, the 25-year-old man got a shocking explanation for his abdominal pain.
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This month, members of @KPNorthwest's cardiac team shared their support for healthy hearts at the American Heart Associations’ Heart and Stroke Walks in Vancouver and Portland. Thanks to our teams for walking the walk — and providing top-rated cardiac care to our members.
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On Saturday, our @kpnorthwest Longview-Kelso Medical Office care teams joined community members at Run the Path, hosted by @ColumbiaWell to raise behavioral health awareness during #mentalhealthawarnessmonth.
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Nearly 90,000 adults have moderate to severe gambling issues. Mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and trauma can raise the risk, but help is available, and recovery is possible. Learn more in this KOIN 6 story:
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The Oregon Health Authority has launched an app to give residents more flexibility when addressing gambling disorders.
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This May, our teams at Sunnyside and Westside Medical Centers celebrated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a menu inspired by our own employee-submitted family recipes. Thank you to our team members who shared their flavors with us! #AAPIHeritageMonth
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Red foods are nature’s superheroes! From juicy tomatoes to sweet strawberries these foods are packed with nutrients that help keep your heart and your memory healthy. Visit the @KPNorthwest booth at the Lane County Farmers Market Saturday, May 31 for more colorful food facts.
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