Hawaii Business Magazine's Anthony Bagnoli, spoke with Emily Santiago, Chief Human Resources Officer at UHA Health Insurance, a sponsor of the 2021 Best Places to Work in Hawaiʻi program.
As Hawai‘i’s people return to offices, stores, restaurants and other shared locations, what do you think are the main health precautions we should focus on? First and foremost, act with caring and aloha for others. Health rules are devised to…
How are you coping amid the COVID-19 crisis? These are difficult and uncertain times for everyone in the community; at UHA, we are doing all we can to support our employers, members and associates. The UHA management team had been…
A variety of therapies can help individuals impacted by a collective trauma reflect on and improve their mental health.
On an ongoing basis, Wailuku nonprofit Ka‘ehu invites families impacted by the August 2023 wildfires to partake in lei making, lauhala weaving, plant stamping, T-shirt printing and other cultural activities. The repetitive tasks ground attendees in their bodies as…
Focusing on vulnerable and underserved populations, Kaiser Permanente provides support to many nonprofit organizations to uplift the community’s overall health and well-being.
Strong roots with agile branches and an everlasting capacity for service define Dr. Diane Paloma's path from Kamehameha Schools alumna to healthcare rising star and now President and CEO of Hawai‘i's largest dental insurance provider, Hawaii Dental Service.
Supporting community organizations can bring about positive change in the health and well-being of everyone.
This discussion included change-makers in Health & Wellness from across the Islands – from Kaua‘i to Hawai‘i Island.
Hear from change-makers in Health & Wellness from across the Islands –from Kaua‘i to Hawai‘i Island. During this event, they discuss the following topics: Ending the pandemic Mental health, especially among our youth Programs for helping Kupuna live well at…
Self-care can quickly take a back burner when you’re living amidst a global pandemic and have had to deal with sudden changes to work, childcare, and other aspects of your day-to-day life. The Mental Health Connection for Leaders, a UHA…
Join clinical consultant Heather Pierucki, UHA Medical Director Dr. Kathleen Kozak and workplace wellness consultant Michael Story, three Hawaii leaders in our medical care and wellness community for a discussion on how leaders can care for themselves and their teams,…
Today’s health care interview: Howard Lee, CEO of UHA Health Insurance Hawaii Business Magazine Editor Steve Petranik interviews Hawai‘i’s health care leaders about the way forward as we reopen the local economy. They talk about public health precautions, how to…
COVID-19 is accelerating many changes in health care beyond telemedicine, including how doctors, nurses and other health care professionals are trained; new rules on vaccinations and testing; and how we handle future pandemics.
Among the many changes accelerated by COVID-19 is the widespread use of telemedicine, which increases access and, hopefully, will reduce costs. But increased use of telemedicine will also require changes in training, reimbursements, regulations and more. COVID-19 has changed the…
Thursday, December 3, 2020, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Take a good healthcare system and make it better. Hawaii ranks among the best states in the nation for health care, but persistent problems remain. Hear from our speakers about key…
Overall, the Islands are often ranked as the healthiest state in America. But diabetes, excessive drinking, vaping and other problems are on the rise and health outcomes are worse than average for some local groups, including Native Hawaiians, other Pacific…
It's never too late to get healthy! A healthy lifestyle can start with simply by adopting some healthy habits to help you live longer, gain energy, focus and happiness. Read and learn from Hawaii’s leading wellness companies on living healthy! UHA…
Health care is ever changing. This month, we asked the top managers from different areas of health care to share their vision of what health care should look like in Hawaii. Keep this guide as a ready reference throughout the…
My company has launched a wellness program, which leaves me with mixed feelings. I appreciate that the company cares about my health and I love the yoga class at lunchtime on Wednesdays, but there are also two other yoga classes,…
I am the person most responsible for my health. No question about that. But should my company also take an interest in my health? In crass financial terms, the answer is yes. One reason is obvious: health insurance premiums. At…
Mark Tanouye's wake-up call was actually a fire alarm. The 50-something data analyst at American Savings Bank was sitting in a conference room when a fire drill began.
You already know that healthy employees are good for business, so here are 11 strategies that companies use to keep their workers healthy and productive. 1. Keep germs at bay. “We have extensive signage throughout our facilities reminding everyone to…
