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For more than two decades, Sally Ancheta has dedicated her time, talent, and heart to improving the health and well-being of her Hawaiʻi Island community. As Sally prepares to conclude her time with the Hawaiʻi Public Health Institute (HIPHI) at…
On June 22, the Kohala Regional Agrifood Summit was held in Hāwī, bringing together panelists from across the local food system: Alohilani Kaiamakini of ʻAhaʻāina ʻO Niuliʻi; Keala Kahuanui of Nā Kālai Waʻa’s food provisioning program, Hanauna Mau; and Max…
As the summer drew to a close, HEAL Coalitions on O‘ahu, Kaua‘i, and Maui, in partnership with the Hawai‘i State Department of Health, hosted training sessions for transportation agencies and community organizations to create safer streets for all road users…
In response to the rising popularity of the newest nicotine product on the market, the Coalition for a Tobacco-Free Hawai‘i (CTFH) has compiled a comprehensive list of nicotine pouches to grasp the scale of the next Big Tobacco-led craze. Nicotine…
Conversations began to fill the room as community members, health care providers, and public health professionals came together with a shared goal: strengthening immunization across Hawai‘i. With the diverse perspectives represented, attendees had the opportunity to share their experiences and…
A student poster session was part of the evening reception at the Hawai‘i Public Health Institute’s (HIPHI) Community Health Conference on June 23, 2026. The session featured 27 posters by Hawai‘i students at various educational levels. Two high school students…
HIPHI is thrilled to welcome Bethany Senn to the team this quarter! Meet Bethany: Bethany Senn joined HIPHI in August 2026 as the Hawaiʻi Youth Food Council Program Coordinator. In this role, she coordinates and facilitates a statewide youth council…
The important work carried out by the Tobacco-Free Hawai‘i Island Coalition (TFHI) requires a dedicated, committed membership and experienced leadership. In addition to my role as the TFHI coalition coordinator, the TFHI coalition Chair plays an important part in guiding…
When the federal government launched a major investment to strengthen public health infrastructure nationwide in 2022, no gathering had been organized specifically for the Atlantic and Pacific Territories and the Freely Associated States. The Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) jurisdictions…
Storm visualization via Windy.com From heavy rains to hurricanes, Hawaiʻi’s storm seasons can bring flooding, power outages, and health risks that disrupt daily life. And these events are becoming more common. As climate change drives more severe and frequent weather…
Last week, more than 400 public health professionals, students, and community partners gathered at the ‘Alohilani Resort for HIPHI’s 2026 Community Health Conference, Navigating Change: Shaping the Future of Public Health. Over three days, the conference brought together voices from…
Aloha, While life continues to be filled with uncertainties, I hope you all are finding some time to soak in the long summer days. At HIPHI, we’re in the final stages of preparation for our upcoming community health conference, Navigating…