Aloha ‘Ohana!

Did you know that Ko’olauloa Health Center is part of one of the nation’s largest healthcare provider networks? It’s true! Every day, Ko’olauloa Health Center’s outstanding staff provides medical, dental, and pharmacy services to our community.

If you are in need of any or all of these services, feel free to contact us at (808) 293-9231 or visit www.koolauloachc.org to schedule an appointment.

#northshoreoahudental #northshoreoahupharmacy #northshoreoahymedical #kahukudental#kahukupharmacy #kahukumedial #laiedental #laiepharmacy #laiedental #hauulapharmacy #hauuladental #hauulapharmacy #kahukumedicalcare #laiemedicalcare #laiedentalcare #koolauloahealthcare

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Here are ten tips to improve your heart health to keep in mind:

- Balance calories with physical activity.
- Reach for a variety of fruits and vegetables.
- Choose whole grains.
- Include healthy protein sources, mostly plants and seafood.
- Use liquid non-tropical plant oils.
- Choose minimally processed foods.
- Subtract added sugars
- Cut down on salt.
- Limit alcohol.

Do all this wherever you eat!

Need more food for thought? Get in touch with us by calling (808) 293-9231 or visit: koolauloachc.org.

Mahalo!

#americanheartassociation #hearthealth #northshorehealth #kahukuhealth #laiehealth #kaaawahealth #koolauloahealthcenter

Happy Aloha Friday! Have a happy and healthy weekend!

#koolauloahealthcenter #alohalife #alohafriday

Aloha ‘Ohana,

Did you know that over 1,000 women in Hawaii are diagnosed with breast cancer annually? It is the second most deadly cancer for women after lung cancer. Death rates are highest for Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders. Early detection and treatment are key.

Know the warning signs:

- New lump in your breast or armpit
- Any swelling or thickening of your breast
- Irritation or dimpling of breast skin
- Redness or flaky skin on your breast
- Pain or pulling in of your nipple
- Nipple discharge (other than milk!)
- Change in size or shape of your breast
- Pain in any part of your breast

Self-checks and getting to a doctor right away can save your life.

Call us at 293-9231 for an appointment.

#northshorehealth #kahukuhealthcare #laiehealthcare #hauulahealthcare #kaaawahealthcare #breastcancer #koolauloahealthcare #koolauloahealthcenter

Aloha ‘Ohana - it’s always fun spotting KHC “In-The-Wild”! Mahalo Laura for sending over the photo.

#koolauloahealthcenter #khcinthewild

Aloha ‘Ohana!

PSA: Dr. Lum will start seeing pediatric patients on select Thursdays until 7:00 pm. This is a good opportunity to complete upcoming school and sports physicals for your keiki.

Please call (808) 293-9231 for more information.

#psa #koolauloahealthcenter #koolauloahealth #keikihealth

Aloha ‘Ohana - here is some sage advice from our wonderful staff. Hope you’re all having a healthy and happy day.

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Aloha ‘Ohana,

Are you over 65?

Ko’olauloa Health Center offers FREE Welcome to Medicare and Annual Wellness Visits (AW) for preventive care such as depression, cognitive impairment, and assessing fall risk. Your first AW can be scheduled within the first 12 months of signing up for Medicare. After that, you’re entitled to an AWV in addition to your regular annual physical exams every year.

Let KHC provide your Kūpuna with a personalized plan to stay healthy and well by calling (808) 293-9231 or visiting www.koolauloachc.org to schedule a free Medicare preventive care visit.

Mahalo!

#medicare #annualwellnessvisit #kahukuhealthcare #laiehealthcare #hauulahealthcare #kaaawahealthcare #koolauloahealthcare #koolauloahealthcenter

Aloha ‘Ohana,

Here a quick PSA for all of you. We will be at the North Shore Service Center on the 2nd Wednesday of Every Month between 10:00am ~ 1:00pm in support of the NSSC goal of creating a gathering place of providers to help people in need of assistance.

Update Coming Date and Time:
Wednesday, June 12, 10:00am ~ 1:00pm

Location:
Waialua Community Association
(Hale’iwa Gym)
66-434 Kamehameha Hwy, Hale’iwa

Providers will include:
Ko’olaulo Health Center
Institute for Human Services
North Shore Food Bank
River of Life Mission
Education for Homeless Children & Youth
Kealahou West-Oahu
Narcotics Anonymous Hale’iwa
Hawaii Food Bank-SNAP Outreach Team
Legal Aid
Entouch Phones
& More...

For more information or to join us as a provider, call Linda at (808) 780-8037.

Mahalo!

#northshoreservicecenter #koolauloahealthcenter

Aloha ‘Ohana!

We wanted to share a post from Bella who was at Maunawili Heau in Hau’ula yesterday. “It was a lovely experience at the Laulima Day at Maunawila Heiau, Hau'ula. Thank you Olivia of @hilandtrust for inviting us to learn and connect with the 'opio and kanaka while learning about this special place” said Bella. Mahalo Bella!

Wishing everyone out there a healthy and beautiful Aloha Sunday.

#maunawiliheau #laulimaday #hauulalife #hilandtrust #koolauloahealthcenter

Aloha ‘Ohana!

It’s summer surfing season so getting healthcare from someone who understands the needs and concerns of watermen and women is easy at KHC!

At the Kahuku Clinic, our surfing trio of doctors, Primary Care Physicians Dr. Adrian Worthen and Dr. Vincent Giani and Podiatrist Dr. Darren Day can relate! All three love being in the water and know how to take care of active people. Don’t wait until you are sick or injured. All three providers are taking new patients and are ready to establish a medical home for you.

Make wellness part of your personal health plan and call to schedule an initial visit today! koolauloahc.org (808) 293-9231 We accept everyone regardless of ability to pay.

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Kahuku Clinic
56-119 Pualalea St.
Kahuku, HI 96731

Monday-Friday
8:30am-6:00pm

Saturday
8:30am-1:00pm

Hau‘ula Clinic
54-316 Kamehameha Hwy Ste 6 Hau‘ula, HI 96717

Monday-Thursday
8:30am-6:00pm

Friday-Sunday Closed

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#bewell #staywell #livewell #surfwell#surfingdoctors #northshorehealth #laiehealth #hauulahealth #kaaawahealth #koolauloahealthcare

Aloha ‘Ohana!

With summer, beach days, and picnics in full-swing, it's time to take care of our skin. Make sure you reach out to your doctor if you notice changes in your skin such as a new growth, a sore that doesn’t heal, a change in a mole, or any of the ABCDEs of melanoma (as seen in the illustration above).

If you have any questions about how to take care of your family’s skin this summer call (808) 293-9231 or visit www.koolauloachc.org to schedule an appointment. We look forward to seeing you at the beach!

#melanoma #skincare #summerskincare #kahukuhealthcare #laiehealthcare #hauulahealthcare #kaaawahealthcare #koolauloahealthcenter

Aloha 'Ohana!

Happy 4th of July from all of us at KHC! May this day be a symbol of health, peace, prosperity, and happiness to all of you.

#koolauloahealth #koolauloahealthcenter #4thofjuly

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Do you recognize any of these logos? If you do these are the drug plans that are accepted at Ko’olauloa Pharmacy:

We look forward to serving you.

Call (808) 293-9514 or visit www.koolauloachc.org for more information.

#bewell #staywell #livewell #oahupharmacy #kahukupharmacy #laiepharmacy #hauulapharmacy #kahukuhealthcare #laiehealthcare #hauulahealthcare #koolauloahealthcare

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Here is a great PSA: 73 public schools will serve meals free of charge over the summer to children ages 18 and younger – regardless of public school enrollment status – through its summer food service program.

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (HIDOE) announced on June 3rd that 73 public schools will serve meals free of charge over the summer to children ages 18 and younger – regardless of public school enrollment status – through its summer food service program.

Beginning June 10, the Seamless Summer Option (SSO) program will serve meals at select schools Monday through Friday, excluding state-observed holidays on June 11 (King Kamehameha Day) and July 4 (Independence Day). Breakfasts will be served from 7:15 to 8:45 a.m. and lunches from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. SSO is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and was established to ensure that children continue to receive nutritious meals during the summer.

“Consistent nutrition is vital to growing children during the summer break when they may not be in school to receive meals,” said Superintendent Keith Hayashi. “We encourage all of our families to make these free meals part of their children’s summer schedules to maintain their healthy development. We are grateful to our participating schools and dedicated cafeteria staff for giving all keiki the opportunity to receive balanced, nutritious meals.”

Summer meals are offered for on-campus dining only; there is no grab-and-go option. Children do not have to be enrolled at a participating school to be served, and meals will consist of solid foods.

Please call Harry Wa’a if you have any questions or need more information. Harry’s direct number is (808) 792-3843. You can also call (808) 293-9231 if Harry is not available.

Mahalo and have a great summer break.

#summermeals #hawaiidoe #koolauloahealthcenter #koolauloahealthoutreach

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Did you know that Ko’olauloa Health Center has a board-qualified podiatrist/foot & ankle surgeon on staff?

Yes, we do! Dr. Day runs our podiatry department which offers diagnosis and treatment of all disorders in the lower extremity. Dr. Day’s 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.

If you or someone you love is experiencing challenges with their lower extremities, give us a call at (808) 293-9231 or reach out via our website:

https://www.koolauloachc.org/contact

#bewell #staywell #livewell #podiatry #northshorehealthcare #kahukuhealthcare #kahukuhealth #hauulahealthcare #hauulahealth #laiehealthcare #laiehealth #koolauloahealthcare

Aloha ‘Ohana,

Did you know that rates of asthma among Ko’olauloa’s keiki are 50% higher than the state average?

Asthma Awareness is critical, so let’s keep in mind that asthma sufferers are especially sensitive to changes in air quality and climate.

KHC can help you regain control of your asthma. If you or a family member is suffering from asthma (or any other health concern), call us at 293-9231. We are always accepting new patients regardless of insurance or ability to pay.

Mahalo!

#asthmaawareness #letsbreatheasy #koolauloahealth #koolauloahealthcenter

Aloha ‘Ohana!

PSA: Ko’olauloa Health Center is giving away FREE COVID home tests (max 2 boxes per person) and masks (max 5 per person)!

Ask one of our Patient Service Representatives, Medical Assistants, or Pharmacy Techs if you are interested in receiving some FREE COVID home tests and masks. Call (808) 293-9231 or visit www.koolauloachc.org for more information.

#covid #masks #covidtest #covidtestkit #koolauloahealth #koolauloahealthcenter

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Here is a ‘Ōlelo No‘eau Proverb for all of you this weekend:

Proverb: “Ua ola loko i ke aloha”
Translation: “Love gives life within”
Meaning: Love is imperative to one’s mental and physical welfare. “Ua ola loko i ke aloha”

From all of us to all of you - have a healthy and happy weekend!

#bewell #staywell #livewell #koolauloahealthcare #olelo

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Now that we’re half way through the summer we thought it was a good time to highlight a few thoughts on staying health this summer.

All of us at KHC believe that summer is a great time to start new healthy habits. Especially for the over 40% of our keiki who struggle with weight and nutrition.

Here are 5 simple habits to try:

Fill 50% of you plate with fruits and veggies.

Eat at least one meal a day with your family

Set limits screen time for the whole family and no TV while eating!

One hour of FUN exercise a day

• Encourage kids to do activities they love most.

• Family fitness works! Be a role model and get moving with your keiki.

• Go swimming, surfing or just walk on the beach.
  Ditch sugary drinks

• Serve water or low fat milk at meals.

• Don't keep sweetened drinks around the house.

• Water is best during and after exercise.

• Avoid sports drinks except for high intensity endurance sports.

Have fun out there an #staywell #bewell

Mahalo!

#koolauloahealthcenter #koolauloahealthcare #summerhealth