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Mahalo!

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Huge thank you for all of you who showed up at today’s KHC Health Fair! Mahalo!

#koolauloahealthcenter #koolauloahealthfair #khchealthfair #healthfair #alohacare

Fall Wellness

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Here are 8 Ways to Boost Your Wellness This Fall

There's no doubt that here in Hawaii autumn is a wonderful time of the year. But autumn can also be a challenging time for our health. The change in season can disrupt our routines and make us more susceptible to colds and flu.

That's why it's important to take some extra steps to stay healthy this autumn. Our health experts at Ko’olauloa Health Center remain dedicated to protecting your family’s health as the seasons change. Here are a few tips that everyone can follow:

1. Schedule a check-up with your family doctor.
2. Get outside and enjoy the weather.
3. Make healthy food choices.
4. Stay active.
5. Be prepared for cold and flu season.
6. Focus on your mental health.
7. Improve your health through hygiene.
8. Keep in touch with Ko’olauloa Health Center!


By following these simple tips, you can help keep your ‘ohana healthy all autumn long! Ko’olauloa Health Center is here to help keep your family happy and healthy through the fall season. To schedule a flu shot appointment please call (808) 293-9231 or visit www.koolauloachc.org.

#bewell #staywell #fluvaccinations #northshoreoahu #northshorehealth #kahukuhealth #hauulahealth #hauulahealthcare #laiehealth #laiehealthcare #koolauloahealth #koolauloahealthcare

KHC Women's Health

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

KHC Pharmacy

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Our friendly pharmacy team is ready to serve customers looking for a convenient alternative to Foodland Laie’s closed pharmacy. Even if you are not a patient with us, you are still able to fill prescriptions at Ko’olauloa Health Center.

Unlike most retail pharmacies, Ko’olauloa Health Center makes medications affordable with a sliding scale for uninsured patients.

Ko’olauloa Health Center’s free consultation services by our friendly pharmacist include medication reconciliation -- discussing each individual medication, what it is used for (indication), instructions for administration, how it works within the body, anticipated side effects, and most importantly, possible interactions with other medications you might already be taking.

Ko’olauloa Pharmacy also offers their patients: shorter wait times for medications; one-stop convenience with the pharmacy co-located at Ko’olauloa Health Center’s Kahuku Clinic right next to the hospital; complimentary pill organizers and pill cutters; and of course personalized friendly service because at KHC you’re ‘ohana.

Ko’olauloa Health Center’s providers and pharmacists work as a team to keep you and your family well! If you live in Laie or Kahuku, come fill your next prescription with one of Ko’olauloa Health Center’s providers.

Visit
www.koolauloachc.org or call (808) 293-9231 for more information.

#bewell #staywell #livewell #northshorepharmacy #kahukupharmacy #laiepharmacy #hauulapharmacy #kaaawapharmacy #heleiwapharmacy #koolauloahealthcenter

Surfing Doctors

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Winter surfing season is just around the corner 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 #northshorehealth #kahukuhealth #laiehealth #hauulahealth #kaaawahealth #koolauloahealthcare

Kupuna Wellness

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

Asthma Awareness

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

KHC Outreach

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.

Date and Time:
Wednesday, September 11, 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

Suicide Prevention Month

Aloha ‘Ohana,

September is Suicide Prevention Month. Did you know that 988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline?

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness. Learn more about the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline here: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

If you or someone needs to speak to someone, please call 988.

#bewell #staywell #988 #suicideprevention #koolauloahealthcenter