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Washington state members begin joining the KP research biobankKPWHRI launches a phone-based recruitment pilot project in May. Outreach to diverse populations is key.
genetics, KP Research Bank, biobank
2019-03-26
Phentermine for weight loss seems safe, effective longer termDr. David Arterburn explains reassuring findings about the nation's most widely used anti-obesity drug.
medications, obesity, weight loss, prescription medication safety
2019-03-22
Study shows benefits of 3D mammographyDigital breast tomosynthesis reduced patient recalls with no change in cancer detection in research using Breast Cancer Surveillance Consortium data.
2019-03-18
How to maximize screening for colon cancer?Research informs care as Kaiser Permanente Washington, exceeding 80 percent screening rate, launches home-based ‘FIT First’ pilot.
2019-03-06
Think globally, act locally: KPWHRI helps improve care with the Bree CollaborativeKPWHRI investigators contribute time, knowledge, and expertise to better care in Washington State around opioid prescribing, chronic pain, and more
patient safety, opioids, quality, cost, Bree Collaborative
2019-03-01
KPWHRI’s mentorship awards honor Deborah King and Dr. Diana BuistThe annual award honors those who commit to helping co-workers grow
2019-02-28
Medical anthropologist Dr. Marlaine Figueroa Gray named assistant investigatorAn expert in qualitative methods, she studies what matters most in experience of health and illness.
anthropology, qualitative research
2019-02-28
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