Access to mental health services for children in Alameda County remains critical. In 2022, fewer than 5% of over 300,000 eligible children under 21 in Alameda County received specialty mental health services (SMHS), according to the California Department of Health Care Services, underscoring a significant gap in care. The new Eastmont Wellness in-person [...]
Alameda Health System (AHS) implemented a large-scale colorectal cancer screening outreach initiative using the Cologuard, at-home test to enhance access to screenings. This effort was in partnership with Alameda Alliance and Exact Sciences. “We sent out screening kits to over 3,000 patients who were overdue, surpassing any previous bulk screening efforts we’ve done so [...]
The AHS Index is a new way to look at data that illuminates a snapshot of our world today. It is intended to highlight health inequities and spark conversation, debate, outrage, and wonder. Number of medical schools that rejected Elizabeth Blackwell, who would go on to become the first woman to obtain a medical degree, [...]
This month's video highlights the Black Employees and Ally Network, or BEAN, and the important work they’re doing to foster connections, build community and educate staff. Let’s hear from the BEAN about their impactful work.
The AHS Index is a new way to look at data that illuminates a snapshot of our world today. It is intended to highlight health inequities and spark conversation, debate, outrage, and wonder. Number of years that have passed since Martin Luther King Jr. gave an impassioned speech at the Medical Committee for Human [...]
Welcome to the new Real People, Real Care edition of our newsletter. At Alameda Health System (AHS), we take great pride in delivering compassionate, patient- and family-centered care. Our new Real People, Real Care campaign, showcases how we are more than just health care; we are people care. In this issue, we [...]
The AHS Index is a new way to look at data that illuminates a snapshot of our world today. It is intended to highlight health inequities and spark conversation, debate, outrage, and wonder. Increase in time Americans spent at home in 2022, compared to 2003, signaling a trend toward staying in: 1 hour, 39 [...]
Our Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) plays a crucial role in amplifying the voices of our patients, offering valuable insights that guide us in enhancing care delivery at every level. We spoke to the PFAC and I’m excited to share their thoughts with you.Please take a moment to watch the video and [...]
This month, we celebrated the spirit of the season with our annual Holiday Meals event across all Alameda Health System facilities! Thank you to everyone who joined in the festivities, shared in the holiday cheer and created lasting memories.
For many of us, the winter season brings cozy gatherings, festive celebrations and the chance to create cherished memories with loved ones. As cooler weather draws us indoors, prioritizing safety is key to ensuring a healthy and joyful holiday season.By practicing proper food safety and staying up to date with flu and COVID-19 vaccinations, you [...]
