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At Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute, we conduct practical research for better health — and we have done so for over 40 years.
Top research highlights in 2023From pain management to cervical cancer screening, these are the research stories that made headlines over the last year.

A new trial highlights a promising intervention to improve blood pressure in older adults.
Using texting, stories to increase screening for colorectal cancerAddressing barriers can help more people complete screenings on time. (Vimeo, 1:03)
Top research highlights in 2022From cardiovascular health to cancer screening, these are the research stories that made headlines over the last year. (Vimeo, 2:05)
Creating meaning in health careResearch by Marlaine Figueroa Gray, PhD, includes exploring the intersection of medicine and creativity. (Vimeo, 5:04)
Social risks: Do patients want health systems to help?New SONNET study led by Leah Tuzzio, MPH, looks at patients’ unmet social risks and their desire for assistance. (Vimeo, 1:28)
Is blood pressure reading more accurate at home or clinic?A study led by Beverly Green, MD, MPH, finds home blood pressure monitoring is an excellent alternative for making new diagnoses of hypertension. (Vimeo, 2:47)
Top 10 research highlights in 2021From vaccines to health equity, these are the research stories that made headlines over the last year. (Vimeo, 1:36)
Thank you!In this season of gratitude, we'd like to express our heartfelt appreciation for all our research participants and patient partners. You go out of your way to help others, and we thank you. (Vimeo, 0:26)
Tools and support for people thinking about suicideNow Matters Now helps people cope with suicidal thoughts by sharing the lived experiences and strategies of people who have been there (Vimeo, 2:40)
Bringing community to the tableKPWHRI research partner Neely Williams shares her views on hesitancy in health research in the Black community. (Vimeo, 2:55)
A deep dive into KPWHRI’s Virtual Data WarehouseExperts in health data discuss a widely used data model — its origin, organization, and current applications (Vimeo, 27:49)
Best weight-loss surgery for diabetes and severe obesity?Watch video on latest results from PCORnet Bariatric Study. (Spoiler alert: Bypass, not sleeve.) (Vimeo, 1:55)
More operations follow gastric bypass than gastric sleeveLarge, long-term study of post-op safety of weight-loss surgery includes Dr. Arterburn and University of Pittsburgh researchers. (Vimeo, 1:52)
Kaiser Permanente Research Bank: Why you should joinAll Washington members are invited to be part of research that could improve health for millions. (YouTube, 2:32)
What inspires Sascha Dublin’s maternal health research?Evidence from Dr. Dublin’s work helps patients and doctors make the best care choices in pregnancy. (Vimeo, 1:31)
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