March 2026 Newsletter
The monthly health newsletter is here to help you keep your workforce healthy, motivated, and engaged all year. We encourage you to share these ideas and inspiration with your employees. In addition to our health topic of the month, we provide a variety of wellness resources to keep employees informed and energized. These include our Monthly Wellness Calendar, Calm Sessions, Move It Mondays, Wellness Webinars, and more. All resources are designed for employees of all health plans—and the best part? They’re FREE! Webinars can be viewed on demand; simply register, and a link will be sent for convenient viewing. We encourage you to incorporate these resources into your wellness program to maximize engagement and impact.
This month, we’re here to help you explore new ways to be your best YOU. Join us in building healthy habits this March—and keeping them going all year long!
Our focus for March: Weight Management. At Kaiser Permanente, we understand that total health and wellness extend beyond the doctor’s office. That’s why we provide the care, tools, and resources you need to stay active, energized, and thriving. Maintaining a healthy weight takes more than diet and exercise. We help you identify your personal needs, goals, and challnenges. Your Dr. will work with you to create a plan and will assist with keeping you on track and accountable. This may also include mental health resources, self-care support, social health services, classes/coaching, medication, or medical treatment, as applicable.
Go beyond diet and exercise!
Resources for your total health:
COME AND GET YOUR CALM ON!
What is Calm? The number one app for sleep and meditation, which is designed to help lower stress, anxiety, and more. Free to all Kaiser Permanente members.
Calm features more than 100 guided meditations and sleep stories for a more restful sleep. It also features exclusive music tracks for focus, relaxation, sleep, and more! This app is free to all Kaiser Permanente members. Please visit www.kp.org/selfcareapps to learn more.
Join us for 15 minutes to de-stress, reset, and renew yourself.
(open to everyone regardless of your health plan)
Wednesday, March 11th, 10 am - 10:15 am -
Click here to join the meeting
Wednesday, March 25th, 2 pm - 2:15 pm
Click here to join the meeting
Monthly Challenge:
Play Time – Recharge, Refocus, and Thrive! This month, we challenge you to play for just 10 minutes a day for the next 31 days. Yes play! No matter your age, taking time for play isn’t just fun; it’s essential for your well-being and performance. Play sparks creativity, relieves stress, and helps you stay mentally sharp, key ingredients to thriving at work. It also gets you moving, which supports weight management and boosts your energy throughout the day. And when you unwind and laugh, you’re setting yourself up for better sleep, helping your body and mind recover so you can perform at your best. Your “play” can be anything that brings joy and movement: a quick game of catch, a board game with friends, a walk with your kids, coloring, or even building something with LEGOs. The goal is simple: step away from the grind, have fun, and recharge. Make time to play, it’s one of the smartest moves you can make for your health, productivity, and happiness.
Visit Kaiser Permanente for more resources and information. Keep an eye out for the next installment, and we hope you and your workforce have a happy March!
Additional Resources:
Your journey starts here! All webinars are recorded and valid for 90 days.
Cooking Videos:
Sharpen your knife skills and learn the basics of flavorful, plant-based cooking.
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Thrive Kitchen: Introduction (video)
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Thrive Kitchen: Introduction to Knife Skills (video)
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Thrive Kitchen Knife Skills: Garlic (video)
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Thrive Kitchen Knife Skills: Ginger (video)
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Thrive Kitchen Knife Skills: Carrots (video)
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Thrive Kitchen Knife Skills: Herbs (video)
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Thrive Kitchen: Whole Grains (video)
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Thrive Kitchen: Vinaigrette (video)
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Thrive Kitchen: Cashew Cream (video)
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Thrive Kitchen: Kale Walnut Pesto (video)
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Thrive Kitchen: Pan-Fried Tofu (video)
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Thrive Kitchen: Grain Bowls (video)
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Thrive Kitchen: Healthy Plate (video)
Take the Total Health Assessment
The First Step to a Healthier You
Browse Wellness Guides. Take a moment. Take a breath. Take time for self-care.
Mental Health & Wellness tools, including downloadable audio-guided imagery programs, and Access to Mental Health and Wellness Support
Get one-on-one guidance and support from a dedicated wellness coach.
Wellness coaching is available at no extra cost for Kaiser Permanente members. Wellness Coaching by Phone
Women's Fitness Festival
The 2026 Kaiser Permanente Women's Fitness Festival takes place on Sunday, June 7th, 2026, on 9th Street, between L Street and Capitol Mall. This is a one-of-a-kind all-women's event that includes medals and a beautiful race tee for 5K/10K finishers. Participants of the Princess 1/2 - Mile Fun Run receive a medal. After the event, please join us for breakfast and celebrate with your friends in the mimosa garden. Enjoy complimentary health screenings at the Kaiser Permanente Health Pavilion. Tell all the women in your life and use the discount code KPWFF10 to receive $10 off your registration.
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