by Monique Binkley Smith | May 21, 2020
Study: Differences in How People Access Care Contribute to Inequalities As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads throughout the U.S., evidence is mounting that racial and ethnic minorities and socioeconomically disadvantaged groups are bearing a disproportionate...
by Monique Binkley Smith | May 20, 2020
During tough times, the ability to bounce back from hardship comes in handy. But what if mental resiliency is not someone’s strong suit? Urmi Patel, PsyD Urmi Patel, PsyD, a clinical psychologist and director of clinical care for Sutter Mental Health and Addiction...
by Monique Binkley Smith | May 18, 2020
OAKLAND, Calif. – David D. Clark, FACHE, begins a new role as chief executive officer of Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, part of the Sutter Health not-for-profit integrated network of care, on May 18. Clark served as interim CEO at Alta Bates Summit for the past...
by Monique Binkley Smith | May 13, 2020
May is National Stroke Awareness Month If you or a loved one is experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room. SAN FRANCISCO –Fear of exposure to COVID-19 shouldn’t keep you away from the emergency department – especially if you’re...
by Monique Binkley Smith | May 11, 2020
According to the National Council on Aging, more than 75 percent of falls happen inside or near the home where people often feel safer and roam without thought to the safety hazards around them. With the current shelter in place orders keeping people home, focusing on...
