
Bechara Choucair
@choucair
Kaiser Permanente Chief Health Officer. Former Biden White House Vaccinations Coordinator & Chicago Dept of Public Health Commissioner.
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26-03-2009 21:14:33
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With climate change, “as with most health inequities, those most at risk are the poor and populations of color.” Thank you, Northwest Permanente’s Dr. Colin Cave for sharing insight about the impact of #climatechange on health!





Looking forward to speaking at the Milken Institute Global Conference! Monday, May 6 at 11:30am PT, I’ll be discussing the financial toll of health inequities and the path toward more equitable, affordable care with other leaders. Join us: GlobalConference.org #MIGlobal


Deeply moved by the care and resiliency of our Kaiser Permanente team in West Maui and the communities they serve over the past nine months. The opening of the new clinic in Lahaina is truly one to celebrate. Congratulations Kaiser Permanente HI!

Great to see this expanded effort to increase access to air conditioners and reduce the health risks of extreme heat. Thank you KFF Health News for highlighting Kaiser Permanente’s work to distribute AC units to members in the Pacific Northwest. bit.ly/3Wmezli




ICYMI: I discussed the financial toll of health inequities & current and future-thinking strategies toward more equitable care alongside a panel of incredible leaders at the Milken Institute’s Global Conference. Check out the full panel here: bit.ly/3JMQxsl #MIGlobal

From eco-anxiety to grief associated with climate-driven loss, #climatechange is inextricably linked to mental health. Join Kaiser Permanente & World Economic Forum on Tue, May 14 virtually to explore how we can foster resilience and well-being in the face of climate change. bit.ly/3JQ0wgn


Nurses play a valuable role in supporting health needs in schools. This #NursesWeek, Jill Patnode of Kaiser Permanente Washington makes a great case for school nurses and their work to promote healthy school environments in a new thrivingschools blog:

Glad to see this conversation about the importance of pandemic preparedness at this year’s #MIGlobal conference! Great insights from CDC Director, including the need to strengthen our public health workforce as a part of this work. bit.ly/4dxwbAQ

This #NationalWomensHealthWeek, let's focus on the whole picture of health — from mental wellness to physical care. #NWHW Learn more about #womenshealth with Kaiser Permanente: k-p.li/4az0Egb. Follow us for more tips to keep you healthy and happy!

Health systems can play an essential role in changing our food system to protect our climate & lower the risk of future outbreaks of infectious diseases through the food they serve. Read how in this MedPage Today piece by Health Care Without Harm experts. medpagetoday.com/opinion/second…

So proud to hear of @KPColorado’s partnership with the Denver Public Health & Environment to expand air monitoring networks in East Denver, providing more air quality data to the community so they can make more informed decisions about their respiratory health. bit.ly/4bCNajn