John Muir Health

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COVID-19 infections have been increasing in the community this summer. The surge is being caused by new variants. Symptoms may look different from past infections, it spreads very easily, and it can cause severe illness in some individuals. It's important to take appropriate precautions to keep yourself and others safe. 😷 Wear a mask in crowded or indoor spaces. 🧼 Wash your hands regularly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, particularly after social contacts. 🏠 Stay home if you have symptoms or have been exposed. 🔍 The latest variant, FLiRT, is spreading rapidly. Common symptoms include sore throat, headache, fatigue, and runny nose. Many people have also reported gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. If you experience any of these, you can seek treatment by calling your doctor’s office or scheduling at one of our Urgent Care locations. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we will again require masking in some of our offices and hospital departments to protect patients, providers, and staff during this surge. For the latest masking information: https://bit.ly/466z887

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Health outcomes are directly impacted by racism and societal inequities. We recently hosted a day of learning with our Community Benefit partners on how to navigate the challenges of implementing changes to address structural racism. We thank all of our panelists, team members, and non-profit partners who bravely engage in this important work to improve equity in the health of our communities.

This week, our Walnut Creek and Concord Medical Centers participated in drills to test emergency plans and our ability to respond to sudden surges in patients needing emergency care. Facilitated by Contra Costa Health and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), about 100 volunteers played the role of patients exposed to a hazardous chemical. Collaborating with our external response partners in these types of exercises allows us to stay connected and synchronized for real-life critical situations when they arise. Thank you to all who participated in this successful drill! These events are crucial for improving our emergency preparedness and ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees and our community. #EmergencyPreparedness #HazMat

Happy Pride Month! Many of our team members and their families were happy to represent John Muir Health at the Clayton Pride Parade this past weekend. As a health system, we continue to examine ourselves, our policies, and our procedures to ensure that we are building a welcoming environment for our LGBTQ+ patients, families and employees. #PrideMonth

Our John Muir Health Oncology Team represented us well at the 10th Annual Hope Walk in Walnut Creek! The Cancer Support Community's annual Hope Walk raises money to support the cancer community and patients during their treatment journey. They provide comprehensive support programs free of charge, including counseling, support groups, nutrition, education, emergency financial assistance and more to cancer patients and their loved ones. #HopeWalk #CancerSupportCommunity

We recently had a team of our leaders volunteer for Habitat for Humanity's 2024 Women's Leadership Build and the construction of Esperanza Place, an affordable community in Walnut Creek. Safe and affordable housing is needed for individuals and families to live healthy lives. As part of our community health focus, we provide financial and in-kind contributions that support housing and efforts to prevent people from becoming unhoused. With partnerships like this, we can collectively create a healthy and safe community. To learn more about John Muir Health’s community commitment, please visit: https://bit.ly/3wMC3po

Here is well-deserved recognition for our VP of Ancillary Services, Zach Harris, named one of “231 Black Healthcare Leaders To Know” by Becker’s Hospital Review! Zach leads a team of more than 1,800 caregivers and, most recently, served as executive sponsor for our new Behring Pavilion and UCSF-John Muir Health Jean and Ken Hofmann Cancer Center. We’re fortunate to have such an accomplished leader on our team. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3V26i51

We're honored to receive one of the American Hospital Association’s 2024 Dick Davidson NOVA Awards for our Beyond Violence program. As Contra Costa County’s only trauma center, John Muir Health serves survivors of interpersonal violence, and our emergency and trauma professionals work in collaboration with local nonprofit partners to provide patients with timely hospital bedside support, crisis management, linkages to a robust network of health and social support services. Beyond Violence has a successful track record of interrupting the cycle of violence and supporting clients toward a path of healing and safety. Since its inception in 2010, Beyond Violence has provided support to more than 700 clients to heal from trauma. Nearly all Beyond Violence clients have remained alive, avoided re-injury, and had limited involvement with the criminal justice system. We extend gratitude to our partners, including RYSE Center, One Day at a Time, Center for Human Development, Fred Finch Youth and Family Services, and Contra Costa Family Justice Center. This recognition would not have been possible without the support of John Muir Health donors and generous grants provided by the Carestar Foundation and the California Violence Intervention and Prevention Grant Program. We're especially grateful to the John Muir Health Foundation for their efforts in applying for and securing this critical funding. Learn more about our Beyond Violence program: https://bit.ly/3QIn3zK