Maui School Garden Network is organizing the local Kanu Hawaii 2011 Eat Local Challenge for September. The Network is seeking to raise awareness and solve issues relating to Maui’s vulnerable food supply.

Family medical physician Ann Saarheim-Riggs, MD, has joined Kaiser Permanente Hawaii Maui Lani Clinic.

A $1000 prize will be given to one talented videographer for making a short, creative video that promotes the simple steps everyone can take to ensure a healthy swimming experience.

According to a report recently issued by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA), Adults 50+ years comprise 51.1% of all emergency department visits each year related to adverse reactions to medications.

The Kihei-Wailea Medical Center will open its doors to the public on Saturday, June 11, for a free medical screening clinic. Designed to assist those without medical insurance, the clinic will feature a range of diagnostic services throughout the day—free of charge.

The County of Maui’s Office on Aging will launch a Better Choices Better Health, chronic disease management workshop on June 7th in Wailuku.

Na Hoaloha was selected from 281 applicants to receive from 47 states to receive one of 19 prestigious Star Awards from the Beverly Foundation for its Aloha Cruisers Program.

The Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA) ended the first quarter of the year with net earnings after taxes of $8.35 million representing 1.6% of revenue.

The Maui Memorial Medical Center is the recipient of 15 new wheelchairs, allowing the hospital to better transport patients throughout the facility.

Kaiser Permanente Hawaii has announced the launch of a free, new online physical activity program: Thrive Across Hawaii.