As we recognize Black History Month, I want to begin by acknowledging the difficult times many of us are experiencing across the organization. We are navigating painful layoffs and carrying the weight of uncertainty together. I want you to know that your resilience, compassion and continued commitment to patient care [...]
The AHS Index is a new way to look at data that illuminates a snapshot of our world today. Its goal is to bring inequities into focus and encourage solutions that advance health for all. Estimated reduction in federal health care spending over the next 10 years embedded in H.R.1: $1 trillion Portion of [...]
Lynda Wilson ensures patients get the care they need by coordinating physician schedules. Two years ago, she became a cardiology patient at Alameda Health System (AHS). The experience changed how she views heart health and gave her a lesson she now shares with women: always listen to your [...]
At Alameda Health System (AHS), the most important voice in health care is the patient’s. Through the Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC), patients and families partner with leaders and care teams to ensure care is shaped by real experiences, real needs and the communities AHS serves every [...]
Alameda Health System (AHS) was proud to join the Oakland Chinatown 34th Lunar New Year Bazaar to celebrate culture, community and connection. We were honored to share important health resources and to have our physicians on-site providing free blood [...]
Alameda Health System (AHS) continues to work diligently to navigate an unprecedented financial crisis by identifying savings or improvement opportunities with its $100 Million Together campaign. This effort recognizes a simple truth: meeting its $100 million savings goal will require solidarity and ideas, partnership and action from all staff.AHS [...]
Our Public Affairs and Community Engagement (PACE) department has released new branded templates for your communications needs. The new templates include flyers, posters and PowerPoint presentation slides, with refreshed colors, updated graphics and new design elements. Strong branding builds trust and recognition, helping people better understand and connect [...]
We are deeply saddened by the passing of former San Leandro Mayor Stephen Cassidy, a devoted public servant and community advocate whose life’s work centered on strengthening communities and putting people first. He passed away on December 5, 2025, having led with compassion, integrity and a firm belief [...]
Thanks to the generosity of our staff, partners and community, Alameda Health System (AHS) and the Alameda Health System Foundation once again brought comfort and joy to families in need through our annual Hope for [...]
In 2025, in partnership with the American Red Cross, Alameda and San Leandro Hospitals hosted a series of successful community blood drives and the impact was truly lifesaving. Across both locations, more than 225 units of blood were collected. Those donations have the potential to help save up to [...]
