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Sun safety while still having fun! That’s the message from Dr. Theresa Wee for patients if all ages! What can you do to make this your healthiest summer yet? She has tips and tricks to make it happen!
The loss of a loved one is difficult, but one type of loss is often not talked about enough. The loss of a beloved pet affects many of us and Claire Santos, RN is in the studio, sharing her recent experience with loss, and how she created a mem
Asthma is not just about wheezing, and as we all enjoy more of the summer weather, knowing how to avoid exacerbations can help. Maya Nordstrum, NP in the pulmonary department at Straub Medical Center is in the studio, sharing her expertise on h
JABSOM alumni Dr. Shane Morita and Dr. Jamie Tom talk about their recent gala to bring together the community and to help provide opportunities for students and future medical professionals to establish their careers here in Hawaii, especially
High intensity focused ultrasound, HIFU, has come to the islands! Dr. Herbert Chinn, a local urologist for almost 40 years, is pioneering this treatment with Kuakini Medical Center for those diagnosed with early stage prostate cancer.
Skin check, a community initiative from the UH Cancer Center, is bringing sun education to a location near you. Dr. Kevin Cassel is in the studio sharing his sun protection tips and the fun tools in the mobile van that can show you how much ski
Lung cancer is unfortunately diagnosed in later stages than it could be for a lot of patients in the islands. Screening CT scans can help find tumors early for those at risk. Dr. Evan Wu from Hawaii Pacific Health and the UH Cancer Center is in
Tony Meredith, Former US Professional Latin Dance Champion, and owner of Aloha Ballroom Company has come home to the islands and brought his health-promoting dance classes along! From cardiovascular benefits to better brain health and muscle st
Heart disease is one of the most common causes of death worldwide. Women often have slightly different symptoms of this condition than men. Why? Dr. Giselle Baquero, cardiology expert at Kuakini Medical Center is in the studio, sharing her know
Do you know someone who needs extra help at home? How about a ride home from the hospital when they are discharged, along with some help getting settled at their house? Home nursing care for a few weeks? Long term help in the home? Bonnie Casto
What might a nurse with decades of experience say about the changes in healthcare that have taken place during her career? Are the new expanded practice rules set up to help the next generation to succeed? Could medicine be headed down a path t
The emergency room can be a busy place, just ask our guest Dr. Jason Fleming from Kuakini Medical Center about what he sees on a daily basis come through the doors. What types of conditions absolutely need a visit to the ER? We’ll learn about t
Hepatitis Free Hawai’i in 2030 is the goal? How might we get there? Nikos Leverenz from the Hawai’i Health and Harm Reduction Center is in the studio sharing his expertise with the treatment of Hepatitis C in our community and what might be nee
February is Heart Month! Dr. Debleena Dutt from Kaiser Permanente explains the different types of heart failure, the latest medication available and how remote patient monitoring might just make treatment easier than ever.
Colon cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the US. The rates are declining overall except for younger adults. That’s why screening starts at 45. Part 2 with Dr. Rao airs Monday, Feb. 8 at 6:30 p.m. on HPR-1.
No one likes to talk about it but certain problems ‘down there’ can be quite serious. Hemorrhoids, anal warts, even cancer are major concerns. Dr. Krishna Rao is in the studio for part 1 of our Colorectal surgery series.
The Great Aloha Run is coming up soon, if you have not been training but think you might want to, what’s the best way to get started? Dr. Spencer Chang is in the studio, with tips on how to avoid injuries and still achieve your athletic goals.
Dr. Kenson Miyaki is in the studio sharing the most common problems we may encounter with our feet…. And how the right pair of shoes might just make all the difference, now and for years to come.
It’s a new year and if you are looking at ways to jump start your healthy resolutions, Dr. Theresa Wee may just have the tools you need to get in gear!
Is that tingling on your hand ever going to go away? Could trigger finger resolve on its own? The answers to those questions and more on the show today. Dr. Sam Chen is an orthopedic hand specialist for over a decade and a half and he shares hi
Do you have health goals for the new year? What about starting early during the holidays? It’s a gift you can give yourself with a nurse health coach. Melaca Cannella is in the studio, sharing how the diagnosis of an autoimmune disease made her
That funny looking mole on your arm? Could it be skin cancer? Dr. Dylan Lee is in the studio, sharing his expertise in dermatology and how to know if something is serious, or is it okay to just keep an eye on it? Listen in to find out!
Obstructive sleep apnea can affect much more than just your sleep, this condition can also contribute to heart arrythmias, high blood pressure, diabetes, energy levels and much more.Treating this can include a machine like a CPAP, and there hav
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