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Lopez joins effort to safeguard access to abortion medication mifepristone in Hawaiʻi

Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez is urging a federal judge in Spokane, Washington, to rule that the US Food and Drug Administration’s restrictions on the abortion medication mifepristone are inconsistent with the Administrative Procedure Act, and order the federal agency to create new, less restrictive regulations around a common abortion medication.

Maui students March for climate action and policy participation, aligned with International Biodiversity Day

Today, as the world commemorates International Biodiversity Day, the Maui Mayor’s Office of Innovation & Sustainability, in partnership with ʻĪao Intermediate School, successfully concluded an event aimed at fostering climate justice education and youth engagement in public policy.

Lahaina schools prepare for students to return with health and safety guidance

Dr. Rebecca Winkie, area superintendent of the Hāna-Lahainaluna-Lānaʻi-Molokaʻi Complex, sent a letter to parents and guardians of students attending Lahaina schools to provide information about the reopening plans.

UH: Native Hawaiians, Filipinos report lower health, well-being after pandemic

A recent survey conducted by the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization highlights the significant differences in health outcomes across socio-economic and demographic groups in Hawaiʻi.

Hawaiʻi State Legislature opens 32nd session today with optimism and priorities

This year, the Hawaiʻi State Capitol is open to the pubic and in-person public sessions for the first time since COVID-19 led to social distancing.

Hawai‘i Gets $6M for Public Health Preparedness

Hawaiʻi will receive $6.1 M from the CDC to increase the state’s ability to prepare and respond to potential public health threats.

Forecast: Statewide Employment to Expand by 5.6%

The state’s employment projections over the 10 year period that ends in 2024, is forecast to expand by 5.6% according to new information released today by the DLIR.

Workplace Wellness Fair at County Building

The public is invited to attend the Workplace Wellness Fair on Thursday, April 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in front of the County building in Wailuku.

Solutions To Maui’s Hunger Problem

Information on free and affordable food options for low-income Maui residents through food distribution programs such as Maui Food Bank.

Get Healthy Maui: Health Expo at Maui Mall

On July 9, Maui Mall will turn into a hub for a myriad of health related companies, individual practitioners and spiritual healers.

DOH Issues Update for Revised First Commercial Kitchen Recall List

The Hawaii State Department of Health (DOH) issued another update on the revised list of recalled products manufactured by First Commercial Kitchen LLC based on new information received yesterday.

First Insurance Acquires Yamaga Client List To Offer Risk & Safety Management Services

Maui clients of C.K. Yamaga Safety & Health Consultant could now be served by First Insurance Company of Hawaii following a client list acquisition by the company.