April 2017
Diagnosing high blood pressure: Who knew it could be so complicated?
High blood pressure is a well-known health risk. But diagnosing it can be challenging. With patient advisors, the BP-CHECK study aims to find an easier way.
How can we help primary care doctors refer to specialists appropriately?
Leah Tuzzio describes a pilot project that uses physician coaches.
Diabetes self-management: Let’s keep helping diverse populations
Dr. Ileana Ponce-Gonzalez challenges researchers to build upon KPWHRI’s recent success in Eastern Washington.
We’re committed to learning health systems at KPWHRI
In his first post since the Kaiser Permanente transition, Dr. Eric B. Larson outlines a bold new strategy for a long-time goal.
National Cancer Institute grants Erin Bowles Research Specialist Award
New kind of grant provides funding for five years to ‘exceptional scientists’ who aren’t independent investigators.
Breast cancer screening choice made easier by research-design team
Hear about the experience of a human-centered design group that helped a KPWHRI team create a decision aid for women after breast cancer.
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Our Seattle offices sit on the occupied land of the Duwamish and by the shared waters of the Coast Salish people, who have been here thousands of years and remain. Learn about practicing land acknowledgment.