1st Native Hawaiian nurse hired in nursing school tenure track
Donna-Marie Palakiko is the first Native Hawaiian nurse to be hired into a tenure track position.
5 full-tuition scholarships awarded to incoming JABSOM students
The Queen’s Health Systems increased the number of scholarships available from three last year to five this year.
Neighborhood ties improve well-being of older adults
Having strong social bonds and the absence of conflict in the neighborhood has shown to promote positive health outcomes.
Pro surfer makes waves, history with UH West Oʻahu degree
First to receive Hawaiian and Indigenous Health and Healing degree is pro surfer Moanalani Jones Wong.
Native Hawaiian mothers, babies can contribute to a healthier future
A new study focused on expectant Native Hawaiian women and their infants will determine what guides feeding decisions during baby’s first year.
Waimānalo community health group’s UH leaders win national award
The award recognizes partnerships between community and academic institutions that work together to tackle health equity, systemic racism and economic collapse.
UH raises Pacific-focused perspective at global health conference
An interdisciplinary team of UH experts present a session at the Consortium of Universities Global Health 2021 conference.
Loved ones essential in Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander health care
For Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders with chronic health conditions, health interventions should include their family members or close friends, according to UH research.
Native Hawaiian groups meet community need during COVID-19
Public health researchers detail the numerous efforts of Native Hawaiian-led groups that show these communities' strength and resilience.
New report suggests framework to improve Native Hawaiians health disparities
The John A. Burns School of Medicine released the second edition of the “Assessment and Priorities for the Health and Well-Being in Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders.”
