http://thrivewithkp.org Wed, 28 Jul 2010 13:00:29 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Juanita Watts, MD, is our women's health leader in Southern California. She explains how the colors of the rainbow can help you prevent cancer, maintain your weight, and sharpen your mind. There's an easy way to help maintain a healthy weight and reduce your risk for health conditions such as heart ... http://thrivewithkp.org/cooking-eating/colorize-your-diet-for-a-healthier-you/ Anne M. Staveren, MD, is an allergist at our Los Angeles Medical Center. She spent some time with us this busy season to answer the four most common questions people have about allergies. How do I know I have allergies and not a cold? Many of the symptoms are similar, but ... http://thrivewithkp.org/state-of-health/four-common-allergy-questions-answered/ "Invest in women and girls in your communities and your communities will get better." That, says Barbara J. Mosacchio, CEO of The Atlanta Women's Foundation, is the key to improving communities around the country. A recipient of multiple Kaiser Permanente Community Benefit grants since 2004, The Atlanta Women's Foundation (AWF) is ... http://thrivewithkp.org/thriving-communities/investing-in-women-and-girls-to-improve-communities/ Scott Power (second from right), a senior brand strategist at Kaiser Permanente, spent six months extensively training to compete in and finish the grueling Ironman Triathlon. He shares the following five tips to help anyone ready to take on a new exercise routine or breathe life into an old one. Set ... http://thrivewithkp.org/exercise-fitness/an-ironmans-tips-on-training/ Launched in 2004, the Thrive campaign embodies Kaiser Permanente's commitment to total health. Our integrated health care delivery system and commitment to preventive care empowers our members to maximize their total health - mind, body, and spirit. Television Ads [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=864B87E58C4DCDE5[/youtube] Radio Ads [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=8643EEC2ADAE790A[/youtube] Print Ads Outdoor Ads http://thrivewithkp.org/about-thrive/thrive-campaign/ David Butcher not only spends energy during his workouts, he creates it. "I am a very eco-conscious person," explains Butcher, a client service director in San Jose, California. "I put a pedal generator together more than 30 years ago—back in the 1970s." A pedal generator is a device that produces modest amounts ... http://thrivewithkp.org/exercise-fitness/exercise-your-body-and-power-your-home/ Chances are you or someone close to you has been sniffling and coughing. But can you tell if it's a cold or the flu? Could it be the swine flu? What should you do if the symptoms get worse? About H1N1 "In general, the H1N1 swine flu is not more serious than ... http://thrivewithkp.org/state-of-health/know-when-to-see-a-doctor-this-cold-and-flu-season/ For helping pave the way for change in the health care industry, Kaiser Permanente was named the fifth most innovative health care company in the world by Fast Company magazine. In the publication's annual 2010 Most Innovative Companies issue, we were recognized for pioneering a shared electronic health record system with ... http://thrivewithkp.org/state-of-health/kaiser-permanente-makes-the-fast-company-worlds-most-innovative-companies-list/ Taking time out of your day for a little jam session can do wonders for your mind, body, and spirit. That's why we've created two custom stations on Pandora — the free Internet radio service that you can personalize based on your favorite artists or songs. If you're looking for a ... http://thrivewithkp.org/mind-body-spirit/groove-with-us-on-pandora/ Childhood obesity is a serious problem across our nation. Fortunately, help is coming, with the first lady herself joining the fight. Michelle Obama was recently named honorary chair of the newly formed Partnership for a Healthier America. Founded by six leading foundations and nonprofits, including Kaiser Permanente, this organization was formed ... http://thrivewithkp.org/healthy-kids/helping-the-first-lady/