Jacob Knudsen, 13 (pictured), is one of thousands of cancer patients whose care continued safely and without interruption at Kaiser Permanente Northern California despite the unfolding COVID-19 pandemic.

“I cannot say enough nice things about Kaiser Permanente, from the minute I walked in, to the minute I walked out 2 days later,” said Kamla Birusingh.

Kaiser Permanente Northern California is developing new modes of care while continuing many social distancing measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Widespread fear surrounding the outbreak of a deadly infection coupled with economic uncertainty and isolation is the perfect storm for increased anxiety and depression.

It’s difficult to watch patients with COVID-19 suffering alone, with no family nearby to provide comfort. Seeing the loneliness patients in isolation are experiencing weighs heavily on the minds of front-line care providers at Kaiser Permanente Fresno.

Stacy Allegro, who is recovering from COVID-19 disease, credits her Kaiser Permanente doctors and nurses for saving her life.

For most people, avoiding public spaces and working from home makes them feel protected during the COVID-19 crisis, but for victims of domestic violence, home is often an unsafe place.

Telemedicine is quickly becoming health care’s first line of defense against COVID-19. The Permanente Medical Group (TPMG) has ramped up its telehealth services to minimize foot traffic in offices and to educate patients.

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