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Words Matter
Words Matter

Aloha ‘Ohana - we hope everyone is safe on this rainy Monday. While we were getting ready for the week and the new year, we were thinking of our community’s keiki and how we can continue to be a positive influence.

Going back to basics - Words Matter…

Certainly, words can become meaningless when they aren’t followed with action, but nonetheless, words have great power. You can choose to add more positive ones to your days.

What phrases do you say each day to your children?

Which ones do you want them to remember?

What do you say that will stay with your children for the rest of their lives?

Coming up with a few encouraging words for kids or positive phrases to say may tip the scales towards the kindness you want your keiki to imitate.

Here is an abbreviated list of things to say to your children that may inspire you*

  • You are loved

  • You make me smile

  • I think about you when we’re apart

  • My world is better with you in it

  • I will do my best to keep you safe

  • Sometimes I will say no

  • I have faith in you

  • I know you can handle it

  • You are creative

  • Trust your instincts

  • Your ideas are worthwhile

  • You are capable

  • You are deserving

  • You are strong

  • The complete list will appear in the News section of our new website while will be launching very soon!

Artwork: Alissa Marquess. Our staff is a big fan of Alissa Marquess’ work. You can see more at creativewithkids.com.

Behavioral Health, Community OutreachEric RhodesKeiki, PSA - Local
World AIDS Day '21
World AIDS Day '21

Aloha ‘Ohana - with everything that’s happening here at home and around the country, it’s easy to forget that today is World AIDS Day.

World AIDS Day was first observed on December 1, 1988, to bring greater awareness to HIV, as well as to commemorate those affected by the disease. Today, World AIDS Day is regarded as the longest-running disease awareness initiative of its kind in the history of public health.

We’ve come a long way since then and we believe that with focused community health programs, we can be successful in tackling the challenges we face today. Have a great week!

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Community Outreach, HistoryEric RhodesPSA - National, World AIDS Day
Omicron Varient
Omicron Varient

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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Community Outreach, Family MedicineEric RhodesVaccination, Vaccination Boosters, Covid-19, OMICRON
Vaccination Progress
Vaccination Progress

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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Community Outreach, Public RelationsEric RhodesCovid-19, Vaccination
Boosters Approved
Boosters Approved

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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Community Outreach, Family MedicineEric RhodesCovid-19, Vaccination, Vaccination Boosters
Keiki Vaccinations
Keiki Vaccinations

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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Family Medicine, Community OutreachEric RhodesCovid-19, Vaccination, Keiki
Safe Halloween 2021
Safe Halloween 2021

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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Community Outreach, Family MedicineEric RhodesCovid-19, PSA - Local
What We Can Learn From Hawaii’s Past Pandemics
What We Can Learn From Hawaii’s Past Pandemics

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:

https://www.civilbeat.org/.../what-we-can-learn-from.../

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Family Medicine, Community OutreachEric RhodesVaccination, Vaccine Mandates, Covid-19
History of Vaccine Mandates
History of Vaccine Mandates

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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Family Medicine, Community OutreachEric RhodesVaccination, Covid-19
Be SMART
Be SMART

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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Community OutreachEric RhodesPSA - Local, Covid-19, Vaccination