by Mike Stahl | Jun 11, 2020
The pandemic’s disruptions to daily life have been many. Seamlessly navigating through this new normal may feel like something only Instagram influencers are capable of tackling with grace, when the truth is many of us are just trying to make it from one day to the...
by Monique Binkley Smith | Jun 10, 2020
We are all worried about our health, safety and protecting our loved ones right now. As the COVID-19 crisis continues, it’s more important than ever to protect our mental health and build resilience. Recognize Anxiety Overload “Anxiety is a signal from our brain that...
by Monique Binkley Smith | Jun 9, 2020
Hospitals across the country are facing the potential for critical blood shortages as a result of blood drive cancellations during mandatory shelter in place orders. Blood donation may also be hampered by the changes blood banks have had to make to keep donors safe....
by Liz Madison | Jun 8, 2020
It’s not a scene from science fiction. But the battle is real against germs inside hospitals and care centers. And standing alongside healthcare professionals and cleaning crews on the frontlines? Disinfecting robots. High-tech “clean machines” are more widely used...
by Karin Fleming | Jun 5, 2020
Older patients with Parkinson’s disease also often suffer from a very high risk of falls, and may experience disabling fractures. Research has not shown whether drug treatments for the prevention of osteoporosis (such as zoledronic acid) could also prevent fractures...
by Sutter Health | Jun 3, 2020
Last week our Advancing Health Equity Team published a study looking at disparities in treatments and outcomes in African American patients with COVID-19. The unequal burden of disease and disparate treatment is still a significant problem in our country, and Sutter...
by Monique Binkley Smith | Jun 1, 2020
As shelter in place restrictions are gradually eased this summer, people are still being advised by public health officials to stay home as much as possible and to maintain physical distancing. While some restrictions are loosening, the virus is still circulating in...
by Karin Fleming | Jun 1, 2020
A new study launching at Sutter’s California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC) will use antibody tests to identify front-line doctors who have developed antibodies against the virus. Antibody tests (also called “serology tests” because they use blood samples) are used to...
by Karin Fleming | May 31, 2020
Christopher Hall, M.D., knows well the uncertainty and fear sparked by an infectious disease outbreak, as well as the excitement spurred by new research to develop effective treatment and vaccines. An infectious disease specialist and researcher at Sutter’s Alta Bates...
by Liz Madison | May 27, 2020
It may have felt re-energizing to see and hear many Americans gathering at beaches, pools, parks and other public places this past Memorial Day weekend, but health experts caution others to not let their guard down. “As communities across Northern California start to...
