A recording of our most recent scientific seminar 'Recipes for natural language processing: A guide to solving problems using clinical text', is now posted on our website. Thanks to the two speakers, David Cronkite, MS, and Will Bowers, MS! bit.ly/37JUOJR

Some highlights from KPWHRI researchers attending #HCSRN2024 ! Our investigators are presenting on learning health systems, the history of the Virtual Data Warehouse, health-related social risks, and more.

Too much sitting is linked to health risks! KP WA Research researcher Dori Rosenberg shares that seniors who cut 30 minutes of sitting a day improved their blood pressure. Embrace standing and check out tips to move around more: k-p.li/3VCe3zm

#WellnessTips

“It doesn’t matter if you were athletic when you were younger; there are so many wonderful activities — dancing, aerobics, even walking your dog.' Dori Rosenberg, PhD, spoke to the Seattle Times for this story featuring women rowers: bit.ly/4aqXpqJ

'Sitting less is a change that may be easier for people than increasing physical activity.' Dori Rosenberg, PhD, talks about promising new results from a trial where participants improved blood pressure by reducing sedentary time: bit.ly/3IRg9Ut

Less sitting time led to meaningful reductions in blood pressure in a new study led by Dori Rosenberg, PhD. Read more from HealthDay News: bit.ly/4aiaYZO

“It’s very exciting to see this data showing that the vaccines are doing a good job of protecting people.' Karen Wernli, PhD, contributed to a new study of interim flu vaccine effectiveness showing that the vaccine has protected all age groups: bit.ly/4anrdVl

New research led by Laura B. Harrington, PhD, found no strong association between levels of procoagulant factors and peak thrombin generation and dementia risk: bit.ly/4anl2AQ

As we approach #NationalDoctorsDay on March 30, we send gratitude to the physicians of Kaiser Permanente. Thank you for your commitment to providing high-quality and compassionate care to our members. 💙🩺 k-p.li/3VAX8gu

In a new trial led by Dori Rosenberg, PhD, a simple intervention that reduced sitting time also improved blood pressure, with results comparable to other studies that increased physical activity: bit.ly/3IRg9Ut

RCT: Reducing sitting time could be a practical strategy for promoting lowering blood pressure in older populations. ja.ma/3TyFw23

We just published a review of Anti-obesity Medications in The BMJ offering an up-to-date summary of the evidence, practical clinical recommendations for use, and key questions for future research w/ Kristina Lewis, Dan Bessesen, & Caroline Sloan bmj.com/content/384/bm…

Can math improve #mentalhealth care? Yes, with #biostat research by Susan Shortreed, PhD. Read how a statistics and computer science background might reduce suicide risk and improve care for chronic illness. Kaiser Permanente Washington #WomensHistoryMonth bit.ly/49cB5Qt

The March issue of our newsletter has stories about flu vaccine effectiveness results, making a difference at the Seattle/King County Clinic, and modeling for better COVID treatment. Subscribe to get the newsletter each month! bit.ly/3O0Vs9k

Meagan Brown, PhD, leads work to improve social health for Kaiser Permanente members nationwide, such as this recent survey where more than 6,000 people shared information on social needs including transportation, food, and housing #WomensHistoryMonth : bit.ly/43mbTpq

A new predictive model is using the power of data to improve care and help care teams and patients make informed decisions: bit.ly/3ImV5VF

We honor the dedication and commitment of our certified nurses, who make a difference and share their expertise. Nurse certification improves patient health, leading to fewer infections and higher rates of survival. #ThankYouNurses #CertifiedNursesDay

On this day in 2020, Lisa Jackson, MD, led the study that gave the first injections of the new #COVID19 vaccine. Only 9 months later, widespread vaccination to reduce the disease began. Kaiser Permanente Washington #WomensHistoryMonth bit.ly/49TqhYH

For the latest in #patientcentered health care research, follow studies by Clarissa Hsu, PhD. She led one of the first The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute studies at KPWHRI, and her latest collaborates with long-term care workers on vaccine hesitancy. #WomensHistoryMonth : bit.ly/4cdWAmz

Dr. Peter Barkett discusses in Kitsap Sun the latest advances in cervical cancer prevention: at-home HPV testing. A KP WA Research study with UW shows home kits boost screening rates, offering a simpler way to fight this disease. Read more: bit.ly/4a3VR5O