Aloha 'Ohana,
#COVID boosters are now available for everyone 12+. Get your booster:
- 5 months after your 2nd dose of Pfizer or Moderna; or
- 2 months after your single dose of Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen.
Call (808) 293-9231 to schedule your appointment with our friendly staff.
Aloha ‘Ohana,
Here is an important health tip from our staff. As you know we live in an era of constant phone checking. Scrolling through Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, playing with filters on Snapchat, and checking Twitter are things some people do for hours on end.
According to data recently released by the analytics firm Flurry, the average American spends up to 5 hours a day on their phone. That’s 35 hours a week and 140 hours a month that we are wasting on our phones!
The truth is, cell phones run people’s lives. We need to look up from our phones and take in the world around us. There’s so much to do and see instead of staring at your cell phone.
Here are a few things you can do instead of scrolling:
Take a walk
Take a yoga class
Visit a farmer’s market
Go for a bike ride
Go to the gym
Make a bucket list
Take a nap
Meditate
Play with your dog
Write in a journal
Listen to music
Hang out with friends/family
Get your COVID booster
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#staywell
#scrollsmart
What are your dreams for 2022?
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#dreams
Aloha Spirit on 2022’s first Aloha Friday…
Our staff at Ko’olauloa believes that Aloha Spirit is the coordination of the minds and hearts within each of us. It brings each person to the self. It allows each person to think and emote good feelings to others.
In the contemplation and presence of the life force, "Aloha", the following unuhi laulā loa may be thought of in this way:
"Akahai", meaning kindness to be expressed with tenderness;
"Lōkahi", meaning unity, to be expressed with harmony;
"ʻOluʻolu" meaning agreeable, to be expressed with pleasantness;
"Haʻahaʻa", meaning humility, to be expressed with modesty;
"Ahonui", meaning patience, is to be expressed with perseverance.
All of us at KHC believe these are traits of character that express the charm, warmth, and sincerity of our community. Have a beautiful and healthy weekend everyone!
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#staywell
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Aloha 'Ohana ~ Here are a few tips from our Behavioral Health Services team that will booth your brain health during this (sometimes) stressful time.
Call (808) 293-9231 if you'd like to speak to someone or to schedule an appointment.
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Aloha ‘Ohana - as we step into 2022, you may want to make an appointment with our in-house board-qualified podiatrist/foot & ankle surgeon, Dr. Day.
Why you should see Dr. Day? It’s important to get your feet checked even if you have healthy feet. A simple and quick appointment can help prevent foot, toe, and nail problems. You can also learn from Dr. Day what to look out for and what shoes and insoles are best for your feet.
Call (808) 293-9231 to make your appointment today. Mahalo!
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Aloha ‘Ohana!
As we start 2022 we would like to help protect your keiki, your family, and our community. Getting a COVID-19 vaccine can help protect children ages 5 years and older from getting COVID-19.
Vaccinating children can help protect family members, including siblings who are not eligible for vaccination and family members who may be at increased risk of getting very sick if they are infected.
Vaccination can also help keep children from getting seriously sick even if they do get COVID-19.
Vaccinating children ages 5 years and older can help keep them in school and help them safely participate in sports, playdates, and other group activities.
Help us protect your whole family and slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community by getting yourself and your children ages 5 years and older vaccinated against COVID-19.
Call (808) 293-9231 to make your vaccination appointment today.
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#staywell
#stopthespread
Aloha ‘Ohana!
January 1st is the first page of a 365-page novel.
That’s right! We all have the opportunity to create a new story for the new year. Today is our new beginning for a fresh start to care for our loved ones, our community, and ourselves. Let's make it count.
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Aloha ‘Ohana! Happy New Year from the entire Ko’olauloa Health Center staff. As we look forward to the new year, let's resolve to recommit ourselves to each other, and to the values we share.
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#NYE2021
Aloha 'Ohana ~ from all of us to you and yours, we wish everyone a beautiful Christmas day 2021. Aloha Kalikimaka!
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Aloha ‘Ohana,
Our entire staff hopes you and your family are having a happy & healthy holiday season! We wanted to remind you of a few ways to stay extra safe this season:
Wash your hands often, for 20 seconds or more
Keep your holiday gatherings small
Stay home if you're feeling sick
Eat healthy foods to balance out those holiday treats
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#staywell
Aloha 'Ohana - Happy Solstice 2021. Here are a few thoughts and affirmations that we liked from our friends at Actions of Aloha.
Aloha ‘Ohana,
As the year ends, we are starting to look towards 2022 with a renewed sense of commitment to our keiki, ‘ohana, and our community. In 2022 we will continue to keep these words in mind:
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PO'OKELA (Excellence)
In 2022 we will continue to strive for excellence in our service through the commitment to quality.
LAULIMA (Teamwork)
In 2022, we will continue to believe that all of our employees, our patients, and our partners are all in our programs together.
MĀLAMA (Stewardship)
In 2022 we will continue to honor the traditions of the past and dreams of the future by caring for everyone in our community, and our fragile environment.
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Mahalo for giving us the privilege of caring for each and every one of you. We are looking forward to 2022.
Photo credit: Naalehu Anthony
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Aloha ‘Ohana - it's Mana’o Monday here at Ko’olauloa. Here are a few dietary thoughts and tips from our staff to help your your brain healthy and kick start your week.
Green Veggies: Leafy greens suck as kale, spinach, collards, and broccoli are rich in brain-healthy nutrients. Research suggests these plant-based food may help slow cognitive decline.
Fatty Fish: Fatty fish are abundant sources of omega-3 fatty acids, healthy unsaturated fats that have been linked to lower blood levels of beta-amyloid (the protein that forms damaging clumps in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s disease).
Berries: Flavonoids, the natural plant pigments that give berries their brilliant hues, also help improve memory.
Tea & Coffee: Tea and coffee might offer more than just a short-term concentration boost.
Walnuts: Nuts are excellent sources of protein and healthy fats. Walnuts in particular might also improve memory.
And above all else, new research has found that coronavirus attacks fat tissue, so maintaining a healthy diet is important to all of us. If you would like to make an appointment with our Clinical Dietitian or to schedule your booster shot, please call (808) 293-9231 today.
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Aloha ‘Ohana - Our staff wanted to share with you a few important points about the OMICRON variant that is now present in Hawaii. If you haven’t already, call (808) 293-9231 to make your COVID vaccination or booster appointment today. Mahalo!
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#stopthespread
Aloha ‘Ohana - Happy Hump Day.
Whale season ‘officially’ starts next week and runs through May 15. Although the first whale of the season is usually spotted sometimes in early October, by the week after Thanksgiving, it’s common to find whales off of Maui, Lanai, the Big Island, and sometimes around East Oahu. Have a great day out there! .
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Aloha ‘Ohana - We hope that all of you are safe this Tuesday evening.
Now that children under the age of 5 can get a COVID-19 vaccination, here are a few helpful tips to keep in mind ahead of your child’s vaccine appointment. If you haven’t made an appointment for your family’s vaccinations yet, please call our friendly staff at (808) 293-9231 - we would love to help you and your family.
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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.
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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Happy Hanukkah! All of us at Ko’olauloa send our warmest wishes to those celebrating in Hawaii and around the world. May you find peace, love, and happiness this season as you gather with friends and family.
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