July – August 2022
COVID-19 vaccines safe for people who are pregnant
New data should increase confidence in vaccine safety among people who are pregnant and more at risk for COVID-19 complications.
Predicting and preventing missed clinic visits
Biostatistician Yates Coley, PhD, reports on new predictive analytics work that’s decreasing missed visits at Kaiser Permanente Washington.
Breast-biopsy delays after mammogram more likely for Black, Asian women
Study suggests disparities at screening sites may influence lag in follow-ups.
Creating meaning in health care
Research by Marlaine Figueroa Gray, PhD, includes exploring the intersection of medicine and creativity.
Enlightened aging: Forgetful need not lead to fretful
Age-related memory changes are not always cause for concern, writes Eric Larson, MD, MPH.
In memory of Kilian Kimbel
At KPWHRI, we are mourning the recent loss of our much-loved colleague Kilian Kimbel. In her honor, we would like to reshare a blog she wrote in 2015 about her work on the SOS colon cancer screening study — and how it possibly helped save a participant's life. We miss you, Kilian.
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Land Acknowledgment
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.