Aloha ‘Ohana - We’re sure you’ve already have seen the news about the new COVID variant that was recently discovered in South Africa. Here are a few things to keep in mind from our medical team.
So what can you do about OMICRON today?
Be concerned, but don’t panic
No COVID variants so far have totally escaped immune memory your best bet is still to get vaccinated and boosted.
Be smart and vigilant to reduce the risk of exposure.
If you're sick, please get tested.
If you have traveled recently, please get tested.
Last, please advocate for vaccine equity.
Please be safe and smart - protect your family and keiki by getting your vaccination if you haven’t already. If you are vaccinated, please call our friendly staff at 808-293-9231 to set up an appointment for your booster.
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Happy Aloha Friday 'ohana! Be safe out there this weekend. If you haven't gotten your COVID vaccination yet (or would like to schedule an appointment for your booster shot), please call our helpful staff at (808) 293-9231. Take care!
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Hauʻoli Hoʻomaikaʻi (Happy Thanksgiving) from all of us here at Ko’olauloa Health Center!
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Aloha ‘Ohana! Here is a quick report on the progress we’ve been making together as a community with our COVID-19 vaccination rates.
As you can see we are getting very close to achieving our community health goals. Let’s all continue to push forward and finish up the year strong so we can enjoy the holiday season with our loved ones.
If you haven’t gotten your 1st or 2nd vaccination (or if you’re in need for a booster), please call our helpful staff at (808) 293-9231 to set up your appointment today.
Mahalo from the Ko’olauloa Health Care staff.
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Aloha ‘Ohana - here is some good news for you this Monday.
CDC backs expansion of COVID boosters for all adults
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky is recommending COVID-19 vaccine boosters for all adults. The announcement came just hours after a vaccine advisory committee voted unanimously to expand Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine boosters to everyone 18 and older.
Last week Friday, the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices voted in support of a change to COVID-19 vaccination policy that says people 50 and older should get a booster if they had a primary immunization with an mRNA vaccine (Moderna or Pfizer) at least six months before. The recommendation also applies to people 18 and older in long-term care settings.
For people at least 18 and younger than 50, the panel supported a policy that recommends they receive a booster based on their individual risks and benefits.
If you have any questions regarding your booster, or if you haven’t gotten your COVID-19 vaccination yet, please call our friendly staff at (808) 293-9231 to set up an appointment today.
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Aloha 'Ohana - To those in uniform serving today and to those who have served in the past, we honor you today and every day. The entire staff at Ko'olauloa Health Center hopes you're having a beautiful Aloha Thursday.
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Aloha ‘Ohana! Happy Humpday. As you already know, vaccines are our best protection from severe illness due to being infected with COVID-19. Everyone age 5 and older are now eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Protect your keiki by making sure they get vaccinated!
Find a vaccine clinic near you at hawaiicovid19.com/vaccine or call our staff at (808) 293-9231 to set up your appointment today.
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Aloha ‘Ohana - here are a few safe practices for Halloween 2021 from our friends at the Hawai’i Department of Health.
Being outdoors is safer than indoors.
Trick-or-treat ins small groups outdoors or enjoy outdoor activities.
Avoid crowded indoor parties.
Have fun out there!
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Aloha ‘Ohana! Here is an important follow-up to yesterday’s post. Vaccine mandates did just happen on the mainland. The Hawaii monarchy was ahead of its time when it came to addressing public health.
Our staff wanted to share a wonderful article published by Honolulu Civil Beat late last year that highlighted how the Hawaiian Monarchy was ahead of its time when it came to addressing public health.
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What We Can Learn From Hawaii’s Past Pandemics
On Jan. 20, 1881, a large crowd gathered in Honolulu Harbor to bid farewell to King David Kalakaua, who was leaving for a yearlong diplomacy tour around the world.
Less than a week after he left, in part to work on labor negotiations with other countries, a foreign ship entered Oahu’s bustling harbor carrying Chinese laborers sick with smallpox — a disease that 30 years prior had killed 10% of the Native Hawaiian population.
Before his departure, Kalakaua had appointed his sister, Princess Lili‘uokalani, to govern in his place. It was a huge responsibility for any ruler – let alone an acting ruler who had no way to communicate with the king.
The decisions Lili‘uokalani made to keep people safe – and the pushback she received from angry citizens and frustrated business owners who didn’t want to quarantine or close down business activity – should sound familiar to people living through the coronavirus pandemic today.
Hawaii’s long history of dealing with foreign diseases made the Hawaiian monarchy ahead of its time when it came to addressing health issues. And Hanohano is not the only teacher looking to the past for lessons on how to get through the coronavirus pandemic of 2020.
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View the entire article on Honolulu Civil Beat by clicking on the link below:
Aloha ‘Ohana - did know that vaccine mandates are nothing new in the U.S.? Despite what you might have heard, vaccine mandates are not new - they’re not even new to this century! Vaccine mandates have been around in this country since 1777.
Flip through the slides below to take a walk through the history of vaccine mandates in the United States. If you haven’t already, please call our staff at (8089) 293-9231 to make your vaccination appointment today.
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Aloha ‘Ohana - we’re starting the week strong here at KHC. Our staff all believe in achieving our personal and health goals by following these simple steps. They’re easy to keep in mind as you start your week.
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The Power of Goal Setting & How You Empower It
Setting goals the right way
If you want to set your goals, ensure that you do not only set them using the SMART method but that you also create a massive action aligned with your goals.
Specific
Make sure your goal is as specific as possible
Measurable
Make sure your goals are measurable so you can track your progress.
Attainable
Make sure your goals are attainable and realistic.
Relevant
Make sure your goal is relevant to yourself.
Time-Bound
Make sure your goal is time-bound. Set a deadline and make a plan following it to achieve your goal.
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Have a wonderful week. Remember, if you haven’t already please call our staff at (808) 293-9231 to schedule your COVID-19 vaccination or booster shot if you qualify. Mahalo!
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Happy Aloha Friday!!! Have a great weekend everyone!!!
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Aloha ‘Ohana - we are very excited to welcome Dr. Darren Day to the Ko’olauloa Health Care staff.
Dr. Day is a board-qualified podiatrist/foot & ankle surgeon at the Academy Foot Center of Hawaii. Dr. Day's comprehensive training includes diagnosis and treatment of all disorders in the lower extremity. His professional interests include trauma, advanced foot and ankle reconstruction, podiatric orthopedics, sports medicine, diabetic care, and bunion correction.
Dr. Day believes in treating his patients like family, taking the time necessary to understand their needs. His patient-focused care allows him to work with his patients to achieve their specific goals while employing an evidence-based, yet individualized approach.
Born and raised on the North Shore of Oahu, Dr. Day graduated from Kahuku High School and earned his Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Brigham Young University-Hawaii. He then pursued a Medical degree at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine. Following graduation, he completed a 3-year podiatric medical and surgical residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Mercy Regional Health Medical Center in Cleveland Ohio, where he trained under several leaders in the field of podiatric surgery and served as chief resident during his last year.
Dr. Day is passionate about contributing to the healing of his patients and is thrilled to be back home where he can serve the people of Hawaii. Outside of work, Dr. Day enjoys spending time with his wife and four children and loves being outdoors - especially when he’s surfing, hiking, or running.
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Aloha ‘Ohana - Halloween is right around the corner. Here are 6 healthy candy options from our staff you may want to keep in mind.
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The 6 Healthiest Candy Options
1. UnReal Milk Chocolate Gems
“I’m really impressed with these,” says our staff. “The candy contains no artificial flavor or color, and the coloring comes from natural sources, like hibiscus and turmeric.” Because these contain a fair amount of sugar, though, you’ll want to stick with the mini 0.42-ounce (oz) bags, which are available on Amazon and make the perfect single serving.
What’s Inside 140 calories per oz, 7g fat, 4.5g saturated fat, 18g carbohydrate, 15g sugar, 3g protein
2. Endangered Species Dark Chocolate Bites
These chocolates are low on the sugar scale, and two squares contain 3 grams (g) of fiber, too. That’s because the high level of cocoa (88 percent) means the the sugar content is lower. What’s more: “Research shows regularly eating a small amount of dark chocolate may help heart health by lowering risk of heart disease and stroke,” says our nutritional staff. But again, be sure to enjoy in moderation, as these treats also contain saturated fat, which can instead be harmful to your heart if eaten in excess, according to the American Heart Association. The organization recommends taking in no more than 13 g of saturated fat per day.
What’s Inside 120 calories for two pieces, 9g fat, 6g saturated fat, 8g carbohydrate, 2g sugar, 2g protein
3. Peanut M&M's
It’s got peanuts, which means you’ll get protein and fiber, which help prevent blood sugar spikes and overindulging, says our staff.
What’s Inside 90 calories per "fun-size" pack, 5g fat, 2g saturated fat, 10.5g carbohydrate, 9g sugar, 1.5g protein
4. Snickers
Surprised? Although Snickers is relatively higher in calories than other candy, Gorin recommends a "fun-size" bar because it’s more likely to leave you satisfied, thanks to its filling protein. “It also has less sugar than some other candies that are almost entirely pure sugar”.
What’s Inside 80 calories per "fun-size" bar, 3.5g fat, 1.5g saturated fat, 11g carbohydrate, 9g sugar, 1g protein
5. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
The satisfying combo of protein and (a small amount of) fiber makes this another good pick, says our nutritional staff. Plus, around the holidays, it’s easy to find single cups (whereas they’re usually packaged as a double).
What’s Inside 110 calories per PB cup, 6.5g fat, 2g saturated fat, 12g carbohydrate, 11g sugar, 2.5g protein
6. Blow Pop
For the non–chocolate lovers, a Blow Pop can be a practical pick. “It has less sugar than many of the other candies out there, and because of the gum center, you can enjoy it for longer.”
What’s Inside 70 calories per pop, 0g fat, 0g saturated fat, 17g carbohydrate, 13g sugar, 0g protein
Aloha ‘Ohana - here is some encouraging news from the CDC.
As of October 18, 2021, 219 million people, or about 66.0% of the U.S. population, have received at least one dose of a #COVID19 vaccine. Of those, 189.3 million, or about 57% of the U.S. population, are fully vaccinated.
Everyone ages 12 and older is eligible to get a free COVID-19 vaccine. If you’re not fully vaccinated, call our helpful staff at (808) 293-9231to make your vaccination appointment today. We can beat this!
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