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Public Health Update for Hawai‘i
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month! Suicidal thoughts can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background and this month is about sharing hope and resources to those in need. If you or someone you know needs immediate support, call or text 9-8-8 for mental health, substance use and suicide crises.
Updated COVID-19 Bivalent Booster shots are now available in Hawai‘i!
- Bivalent booster vaccines are specifically designed to protect against original COVID-19 and Omicron subvariants.
- Check out the vaccine locator map at HawaiiCOVID19.com/vaccine to see which vaccination providers near you offer bivalent boosters.
Here is the latest information on all reported MonkeyPox cases across the state based on data from the Hawai‘i State Department of Health.
The Annie E. Casey Foundation has released the 2022 Kids Count Data Book, which reports on child well-being to inform policymakers, researchers and advocates. Hawaiʻi ranked 22nd in overall children’s well-being in the Data Book, which tracks 16 indicators in four categories. Explore data on children and families as well as Hawaii’s ranking by clicking here.
The Hawai‘i Abortion Collective (HAC) has released Your Official Guide to Abortion in Hawai‘i, a resource guide intended for all people seeking factual information on rights and services provided in Hawai‘i. HAC is a multi-disciplinary, community-based and BIWOC-centered coalition. Read the guide here:
The CDC has released Plain Language Communication resources to help organizations with their public health communication needs. Plain language makes it easier for everyone to understand and use health information. Although plain language is a familiar idea, many organizations don’t use it as often as they should. For newly released resources, click here:
The Office of Housing and Community Development has announced the opening of their Housing Choice Voucher waiting list on September 19, at 9 am HST (and closing on October 3, 4 pm HST) for the County of Hawai‘i. On Monday (9/19), the application portal will re-open and you can apply at that time by clicking here.
Check out community events on our calendar! Add events by clicking here.
Available positions at Hawai‘i Public Health Institute:
This position will manage the Coalition for a Tobacco Free Hawai‘i for Maui Molokai and Lāna‘i. This position will be stationed on the island of Maui. Accepting applications through September 25, 2022.
Individual to coordinate coalition and community building efforts in Maui County around public health issues including drug and alcohol prevention. This position will serve as the coordinator for the duties associated with the adult volunteers/members of the coalition and be a connector between multiple networks and work with the coalition’s Youth Coordinator to support coalition goals. Position will be open until filled.
HEAL stands for Healthy Eating + Active Living. This position will be responsible for initiating community-building efforts and maintaining an active and collaborative community coalition to advance high-impact policy, systems, and environmental interventions to create sustainable changes around public health. Accepting applications through September 25, 2022.
This position is responsible for performing general administrative tasks and providing direct support to HIPHI staff to ensure effective coordination of HIPHI’s fiscal and operational processes. Accepting applications through September 16, 2022.
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