JABSOM alumna’s popular COVID-19 blog becomes a book
Theresa Wee started her blog on March 23, 2020—the day Gov. David Ige ordered the first lockdown—and continued through December 2020.
How does our brain work? UH lab performing cutting-edge brain, behavior research
Jonas Vibell’s team of approximately 10 students are currently working on several projects, including one that is investigating the effects of COVID-19 on the brain.
Diversifying Hawaiʻi’s economy post-pandemic, UHERO expert provides solutions
Bond-Smith has provided a short list of industries with potential to “make use of uniquely Hawaiʻi capabilities and are appropriate for our small scale.”
Native Hawaiians, Filipinos report lower health, well-being after pandemic
The report surveyed 1,575 adult residents across the state.
Willed Body Program pauses donor acceptances
From July 10, until further notice, the program will stop accepting donors.
Head of CDC inspires future doctors at JABSOM
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky spoke to UH medical school students and faculty.
Pandemic impacted vulnerable populations of class of 2022
The College and Career Readiness Indicators report shows how the pandemic affected the class of 2022’s post-high college enrollment and more.
Hawaiʻi young adults rely on social media for COVID-19, health info
Nearly 100% of Hawaiʻi residents aged 18–35 utilized some form of social media as a resource for COVID-19-related information.
UH Hilo program provides student support, community engagement
The UH Hilo Bonner Program connects students with community organizations to help them with network building.
COVID-19 booster vaccinations lag as virus negative impacts widen, UHERO report finds
The report is based on survey responses from 1,627 Hawaiʻi residents over the age of 18 in fall 2022.
