Alameda Health System

10/10/2025

False: I’m healthy, so I don’t need the flu vaccine.

Fact: Healthy people can still get and spread the flu. Flu vaccine protects you and helps prevent spreading illness to family, friends and the community.

More: alamedahealthsystem.org/flu-vaccine

10/09/2025

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, save time by scheduling your mammogram online on MyChart. It's quick and easy! Sign-up or login to MyChart here: alamedahealthsystem.org/mychart/

10/07/2025

We were honored to have joined the Filipino Island Fest this past Saturday, celebrating culture, food, music, and community. We were grateful to have shared health screenings and wellness resources with so many. Thank you to all who stopped by and made it a memorable day.

10/07/2025

Alameda Health System was thrilled to join the Dublin Senior Fair this Saturday! We shared wellness tips, resources, and great conversations with local seniors. Together, we’re supporting healthy aging and stronger communities.

10/06/2025

We are humbled and proud to celebrate our CEO, James Jackson, who was honored by the Oakland Private Industry Council, Inc. with the Son of Oakland Outstanding Leadership in Health Care Services award.

This recognition reflects James’ visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to advancing health equity for the people of Oakland and beyond. As a proud son of Oakland, his compassion and dedication continue to inspire a healthier, stronger community for all

10/05/2025

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. At AHS, we stand in solidarity with survivors and work towards ending domestic violence in our communities. For more information and support services visit: https://ow.ly/XmoO50TzxUc

10/03/2025

False: The flu vaccine gives you the flu.

Fact: The flu vaccine does not contain a live virus and can’t make you sick. Mild side effects like soreness or fatigue mean your body is building protection.

More: alamedahealthsystem.org/flu-vaccine

10/02/2025

Alameda Hospital is hosting a Community Health Fair on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 2070 Clinton Ave. Free flu shots, bike helmets, health screenings and more. Details: alamedahealthsystem.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-flyer_v3.pdf

10/01/2025

We’re proud to share this update from Alameda Health System Foundation. Thank you to every supporter who made this work possible.

Most recently, gifts to Alameda Health System Foundation have helped our teams:

• Expand the Palliative Care program from inpatient to systemwide.

• Help our HealthPATH healthcare workforce development program serve 550+ youth this year.

• Grow our CenteringPregnancy and CenteringParenting programs.

• Care for 127,000 patients across 500,000+ visits and deliver 1,500 babies in 2024 alone.

• And so much more!

Every dollar you give is invested directly in the health of Alameda County! Support local, exceptional care at: https://bit.ly/3Ico6a6

10/01/2025

Join us for Socktober from Oct. 1-31, & donate new or unused socks to support local shelters in Alameda County. Socks are the most needed yet least donated item in homeless shelters, let’s change that! Drop off donations at AHS cafés starting Oct. 10.

09/29/2025

We’re proud to share that all Alameda Health System skilled nursing and sub-acute facilities have been recognized on Newsweek’s America’s Best Nursing Homes 2026 list!

Under the leadership of our CAO of Post-Acute Services, Richard Espinoza, our skilled nursing facilities have been ranked among the best five times. Richard attributes this recognition to the compassionate team members who care for our residents like family and our strong, reliable and effective practices. Congratulations to our incredible teams who make this recognition possible!
Read more: https://www.alamedahealthsystem.org/newsweek-2026/