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We’re proud to announce that Dr. Ameya Kulkarni has been named the next Executive Medical Director of the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group | Kaiser Permanente.
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January 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM
We’re proud to announce that Dr. Ameya Kulkarni has been named the next Executive Medical Director of the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group | Kaiser Permanente.
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Did you know that your muscles work differently in colder weather?
Speaking with Fox 5 DC, sports medicine specialist Dr. Andrew Usoro shares tips for winter workouts. https://bit.ly/4aRCXm8
Speaking with Fox 5 DC, sports medicine specialist Dr. Andrew Usoro shares tips for winter workouts. https://bit.ly/4aRCXm8
Staying Active in the Winter
Sports medicine specialist Dr. Andrew Usoro shares tips for your winter workouts
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January 13, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Did you know that your muscles work differently in colder weather?
Speaking with Fox 5 DC, sports medicine specialist Dr. Andrew Usoro shares tips for winter workouts. https://bit.ly/4aRCXm8
Speaking with Fox 5 DC, sports medicine specialist Dr. Andrew Usoro shares tips for winter workouts. https://bit.ly/4aRCXm8
DYK? Strength training is the best antidote to both physical and cognitive decline.
On this episode of the Healthier You podcast, learn what you can do to start benefiting from resistance training, no matter your age or fitness level. https://bit.ly/4flxUcV
On this episode of the Healthier You podcast, learn what you can do to start benefiting from resistance training, no matter your age or fitness level. https://bit.ly/4flxUcV
How Strength Training Can Slow Aging
When we think of slowing the aging process, strength training might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But did you know that building muscle is one of the most effective ways to keep your body—and mind—feeling younger? From improving bone densit...
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January 12, 2026 at 9:06 PM
DYK? Strength training is the best antidote to both physical and cognitive decline.
On this episode of the Healthier You podcast, learn what you can do to start benefiting from resistance training, no matter your age or fitness level. https://bit.ly/4flxUcV
On this episode of the Healthier You podcast, learn what you can do to start benefiting from resistance training, no matter your age or fitness level. https://bit.ly/4flxUcV
When kids with ADHD do well, they boost their self-esteem and have better relationships with friends and family.
A child and adolescent psychiatrist explains how parents can recognize early signs of ADHD and how to support their child's unique needs.
A child and adolescent psychiatrist explains how parents can recognize early signs of ADHD and how to support their child's unique needs.
Is Your Child Showing ADHD Symptoms? Here's What to Look For
A psychiatrist helps parents recognize early signs of ADHD and how to support their child’s unique needs.
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January 10, 2026 at 7:15 PM
When kids with ADHD do well, they boost their self-esteem and have better relationships with friends and family.
A child and adolescent psychiatrist explains how parents can recognize early signs of ADHD and how to support their child's unique needs.
A child and adolescent psychiatrist explains how parents can recognize early signs of ADHD and how to support their child's unique needs.
Measles is so contagious that if one person has it, 9 out of 10 unprotected people close to them will also become infected.
Today, the virus is causing outbreaks in several areas of the country. Here's what parent should know: https://k-p.li/4i1Y1XZ
Today, the virus is causing outbreaks in several areas of the country. Here's what parent should know: https://k-p.li/4i1Y1XZ
January 9, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Measles is so contagious that if one person has it, 9 out of 10 unprotected people close to them will also become infected.
Today, the virus is causing outbreaks in several areas of the country. Here's what parent should know: https://k-p.li/4i1Y1XZ
Today, the virus is causing outbreaks in several areas of the country. Here's what parent should know: https://k-p.li/4i1Y1XZ
Getting blood pressure under control before pregnancy can lead to healthier pregnancies and healthier babies.
Dr. Kasandra Scales explains how: https://k-p.li/4bpbh8l
Dr. Kasandra Scales explains how: https://k-p.li/4bpbh8l
January 8, 2026 at 9:05 PM
Getting blood pressure under control before pregnancy can lead to healthier pregnancies and healthier babies.
Dr. Kasandra Scales explains how: https://k-p.li/4bpbh8l
Dr. Kasandra Scales explains how: https://k-p.li/4bpbh8l
Writing for The St. James, Dr. Adae Amoako explains how low-impact exercises can help you stay active, protect your joints, and prevent injuries during the winter months: https://bit.ly/49DsJod
January 7, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Writing for The St. James, Dr. Adae Amoako explains how low-impact exercises can help you stay active, protect your joints, and prevent injuries during the winter months: https://bit.ly/49DsJod
Most cancers are not due to genetic mutations, but in some cases, knowing your genetic risk can help you make decisions about screening and lifestyle.
Here's what you should know: https://k-p.li/49QOC2c
Here's what you should know: https://k-p.li/49QOC2c
January 6, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Most cancers are not due to genetic mutations, but in some cases, knowing your genetic risk can help you make decisions about screening and lifestyle.
Here's what you should know: https://k-p.li/49QOC2c
Here's what you should know: https://k-p.li/49QOC2c
Winter weather is here. Dr. Kyle Burton, an urgent care physician at Kaiser Permanente, tells FOX 5 how to shovel snow safely and pain-free. Watch for important safety tips.
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Snow shoveling safety tips
With winter weather expected this weekend, experts are warning of the risks that come with shoveling snow. Dr. Kyle Burton joins FOX 5 with tips to shovel safely and pain-free.
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January 5, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Winter weather is here. Dr. Kyle Burton, an urgent care physician at Kaiser Permanente, tells FOX 5 how to shovel snow safely and pain-free. Watch for important safety tips.
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As flu cases spike across the country, try these doctors' tips for treating viral infections at home.
Best Ways to Treat Cold, Flu Viruses: Doctors' Guide to Care
Doctors share tips for treating viral infections at home, including important supplies to keep on hand and the best ways to avoid illness and stay healthy.
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January 4, 2026 at 6:43 PM
As flu cases spike across the country, try these doctors' tips for treating viral infections at home.
"Adding even more load with a weighted vest later on in pregnancy could create strain on your body," Dr. Jessica Bullard tells BabyCenter.
Here's what moms-to-be should know. https://bit.ly/4qxKcnN
Here's what moms-to-be should know. https://bit.ly/4qxKcnN
Should you stop wearing your weighted vest during pregnancy?
And what about your red light mask?
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January 3, 2026 at 1:41 PM
"Adding even more load with a weighted vest later on in pregnancy could create strain on your body," Dr. Jessica Bullard tells BabyCenter.
Here's what moms-to-be should know. https://bit.ly/4qxKcnN
Here's what moms-to-be should know. https://bit.ly/4qxKcnN
Many of us set goals to make positive lifestyle changes at the start of a New Year. So what can you do to increase your likelihood of success?
Learn techniques you can use to set goals and make sustainable changes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wR7DV93D02c
Learn techniques you can use to set goals and make sustainable changes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wR7DV93D02c
How to Make Resolutions that Stick
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January 2, 2026 at 7:36 PM
Many of us set goals to make positive lifestyle changes at the start of a New Year. So what can you do to increase your likelihood of success?
Learn techniques you can use to set goals and make sustainable changes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wR7DV93D02c
Learn techniques you can use to set goals and make sustainable changes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wR7DV93D02c
The benefits of #DryJanuary last well beyond the end of the month.
Learn how cutting back on alcohol at any time of year can help improve your health: https://k-p.li/3XpOGOI
Learn how cutting back on alcohol at any time of year can help improve your health: https://k-p.li/3XpOGOI
January 1, 2026 at 4:12 PM
The benefits of #DryJanuary last well beyond the end of the month.
Learn how cutting back on alcohol at any time of year can help improve your health: https://k-p.li/3XpOGOI
Learn how cutting back on alcohol at any time of year can help improve your health: https://k-p.li/3XpOGOI
Did you know that it takes 21 days to create a new habit?
Try these expert tips for making resolutions that last: https://bit.ly/3VyP8cd
Try these expert tips for making resolutions that last: https://bit.ly/3VyP8cd
December 31, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Did you know that it takes 21 days to create a new habit?
Try these expert tips for making resolutions that last: https://bit.ly/3VyP8cd
Try these expert tips for making resolutions that last: https://bit.ly/3VyP8cd
Before you pick up your phone again – or if you're reading this on your phone – here's what you should know about “text neck” and how to avoid it: https://k-p.li/418JceL
December 30, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Before you pick up your phone again – or if you're reading this on your phone – here's what you should know about “text neck” and how to avoid it: https://k-p.li/418JceL
December 29, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Experiencing or caring for a loved one with cognitive loss or dementia can be challenging.
That's why our Memory Care Program helps every patient maintain their dignity and independence and establishes a care plan to best support the patient.
Learn more: https://k-p.li/3BhRAQt
That's why our Memory Care Program helps every patient maintain their dignity and independence and establishes a care plan to best support the patient.
Learn more: https://k-p.li/3BhRAQt
December 28, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Experiencing or caring for a loved one with cognitive loss or dementia can be challenging.
That's why our Memory Care Program helps every patient maintain their dignity and independence and establishes a care plan to best support the patient.
Learn more: https://k-p.li/3BhRAQt
That's why our Memory Care Program helps every patient maintain their dignity and independence and establishes a care plan to best support the patient.
Learn more: https://k-p.li/3BhRAQt
Is your child coughing but you're not sure why? It could be walking pneumonia.
Cases in kids are rising. Here's what parents should know. https://k-p.li/3Uv3zQG
Cases in kids are rising. Here's what parents should know. https://k-p.li/3Uv3zQG
December 27, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Is your child coughing but you're not sure why? It could be walking pneumonia.
Cases in kids are rising. Here's what parents should know. https://k-p.li/3Uv3zQG
Cases in kids are rising. Here's what parents should know. https://k-p.li/3Uv3zQG
Kids' screen time is bound to increase during the winter—but research shows that face-to-face time with parents, family and friends is vital to their development.
Here are 7 ways to help your kids unplug. https://k-p.li/3Bt05Vz
Here are 7 ways to help your kids unplug. https://k-p.li/3Bt05Vz
December 26, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Kids' screen time is bound to increase during the winter—but research shows that face-to-face time with parents, family and friends is vital to their development.
Here are 7 ways to help your kids unplug. https://k-p.li/3Bt05Vz
Here are 7 ways to help your kids unplug. https://k-p.li/3Bt05Vz
Feeling connected is vital to our health, but maintaining strong bonds can be tough. So what steps can you take to cultivate good relationships?
Try these psychiatrist tips: https://k-p.li/3JCovia
Try these psychiatrist tips: https://k-p.li/3JCovia
December 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Feeling connected is vital to our health, but maintaining strong bonds can be tough. So what steps can you take to cultivate good relationships?
Try these psychiatrist tips: https://k-p.li/3JCovia
Try these psychiatrist tips: https://k-p.li/3JCovia
Approximately 14.9 million Americans have MASH, a serious liver condition. Dr. Alexis McCary shares that Wegovy is now FDA-approved for treatment, offering a new option that targets multiple conditions.
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December 24, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Approximately 14.9 million Americans have MASH, a serious liver condition. Dr. Alexis McCary shares that Wegovy is now FDA-approved for treatment, offering a new option that targets multiple conditions.
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“When it’s cold, we’re more likely to be indoors and gathering. When you’re in close contact with people, it’s easier to spread illnesses,” Dr. Ashlee Williams tells Northern Virginia Magazine.
But there are ways to bolster your immunity. Dr. Williams explains how. https://bit.ly/3BFwbRi
But there are ways to bolster your immunity. Dr. Williams explains how. https://bit.ly/3BFwbRi
Here We Go Again: Protecting Yourself During Cold and Flu Season
It's not rocket science -- we learned many of these lessons during the pandemic. But it's time to protect against colds and flu again.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:54 PM
“When it’s cold, we’re more likely to be indoors and gathering. When you’re in close contact with people, it’s easier to spread illnesses,” Dr. Ashlee Williams tells Northern Virginia Magazine.
But there are ways to bolster your immunity. Dr. Williams explains how. https://bit.ly/3BFwbRi
But there are ways to bolster your immunity. Dr. Williams explains how. https://bit.ly/3BFwbRi
As you're preparing holiday meals, be mindful of how much sodium you're adding.
Cutting back on sodium can have big health benefits. Here's what you need to know: https://k-p.li/3WysXnt
Cutting back on sodium can have big health benefits. Here's what you need to know: https://k-p.li/3WysXnt
December 22, 2025 at 5:45 PM
As you're preparing holiday meals, be mindful of how much sodium you're adding.
Cutting back on sodium can have big health benefits. Here's what you need to know: https://k-p.li/3WysXnt
Cutting back on sodium can have big health benefits. Here's what you need to know: https://k-p.li/3WysXnt
Unrealistic expectations for the holidays can end up causing stress.
Try these strategies to protect your mental health this season. https://k-p.li/4fJfrr6
Try these strategies to protect your mental health this season. https://k-p.li/4fJfrr6
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December 21, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Unrealistic expectations for the holidays can end up causing stress.
Try these strategies to protect your mental health this season. https://k-p.li/4fJfrr6
Try these strategies to protect your mental health this season. https://k-p.li/4fJfrr6
Small food swaps can add years to your life. Dr. Angela Hsu, a geriatrician at Kaiser Permanente, tells HuffPost to use extra-virgin olive oil instead of butter, choose products without added sugar, and eat a variety of colorful vegetables.
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10 Small Food Swaps That Have A Big Impact On Your Longevity
“Longevity isn’t about strict restriction. It’s about micro-optimizations practiced daily."
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December 21, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Small food swaps can add years to your life. Dr. Angela Hsu, a geriatrician at Kaiser Permanente, tells HuffPost to use extra-virgin olive oil instead of butter, choose products without added sugar, and eat a variety of colorful vegetables.
🔗 Read here: https://bit.ly/4aphBMH
🔗 Read here: https://bit.ly/4aphBMH