Kaiser Permanente

This study tested a 12-month program where nurses provided phone-based support to patients with depression and opioid use. 805 adults were randomly assigned to either receive the nurse support or continue with usual care. The goal was to see if this team-based approach could impr…

This study tested whether offering a simple blood test (Guardant SHIELD) helps more people complete colon cancer screening compared to usual care. About 2,000 adults aged 45-75 who were behind on screening took part. The main goal was to see if more people got screened within 3 m…

This study looked at whether injecting a sugar-water solution around the sciatic nerve, using ultrasound guidance, could safely reduce sciatica pain in the emergency department. 69 adults with acute sciatica took part. Researchers checked if the procedure was feasible, safe, and …

This study tested a program that helps people with cancer manage money problems caused by their illness. 371 adults newly diagnosed with cancer took part. The goal was to see if financial coaching could reduce stress and improve quality of life.

This study looked at whether acupuncture helps older adults (65 and older) with long-term low back pain feel better and move easier. Over 800 people took part, receiving either their usual care or acupuncture sessions over several months. The goal was to see if acupuncture reduce…

This study tested whether offering 6 months of phone support from a mental health navigator helps children with early behavioral health symptoms get care. 358 children who had never received mental health treatment took part. The navigator helped families find and coordinate serv…

This study looked at nearly 242,000 adults with type 2 diabetes to find out which glucose-lowering medications are best for heart health and other important outcomes. Researchers also examined whether benefits differ by age, sex, race, or kidney function. The goal is to help pati…

This study followed over 4,200 Kaiser Permanente Colorado members for 9 months to track COVID-19 antibodies and see how often people got reinfected. Researchers measured antibody levels and used PCR tests to find new infections, even mild ones. The goal was to learn if antibody l…

This study tested whether sending outreach messages (online, by mail, or by phone) could help more people from racial and ethnic minority groups start treatment for depression. 309 adults with a new depression diagnosis took part. The goal was to see which communication method wo…