Mammograms are the best way to detect breast cancer, and reduce breast cancer deaths, but many women fail to get regular screenings. A new study finds that postcard, telephone messages and live phone call reminders can dramatically boost the number of women getting this important test. The study was conducted among Kaiser Permanente members and published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Video provided by Kaiser Permanente.

Vic Stevens, PhD co-authors a 3-year study to help participants lose weight and keep it off. Keys to success included food diaries, support groups and exercise.

Dr. Mark Rarick investigates a novel drug called Eltromopog to treat a rare disorder that causes bruising and bleeding.

Dr. Wendy Smith leads a clinical trial to see if high doses of Vitamins C and E prevent a common pregnancy complication.

Dr. Michael Schiedler, vascular surgeon at Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center, is heading up a clinical trial to test a new device to repair aneurysms without open abdominal surgery.

Bob Brandon talks about his experience as a participant in CHR’s Weight Loss Maintenance study—how it worked, what he learned about healthy eating and exercise, and how it turned his life around.

Dr. Jill Ginsberg, Northwest Permanente physician, founded a community health clinic to provide basic medical services for uninsured adults, like her patient Edmund Kizer. She talks about health disparities—inequalities in health care access, service, and outcomes—which she sees every day.