New Medicare cards are coming
For the first time in its history, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services plans to replace all Medicare cards.
Educational annex part of Royal Order’s efforts to preserve Keaukaha landmark
The Royal Order of Kamehameha has received a building permit to construct an annex at the back of Kamehameha Hall in Keaukaha.
Has Hawaii turned the mumps corner?
Hawaii’s state epidemiologist says she’s hopeful the mumps outbreak might be slowing.
Whodunit? Culinary mystery author to sign books in Hilo
A Hilo author says she’s plotting Hawaii Island as the setting for a future mystery novel.
Supporters lobby for bill that would help Hilo hospital treat heart attacks
Proponents are waging a last-minute crusade to flood the Legislature with testimony in support of funding for a cardiac care unit at Hilo Medical Center.
Hawaii continues to dodge severe flu outbreak
It remains unclear if Hawaii will avoid severe, widespread influenza that has affected the mainland this season. “It is still, unfortunately, way too early to say,” state epidemiologist Dr. Sarah Park said in a Thursday telephoneinterview. “I hate to try to predict flu because nobody can predict flu.”
They’re not alone: Pulmonary disease patients find comfort through support group
Lori Thompson of Hilo got a diagnosis of COPD, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Her ailment is not well-known, even though it’s the third-leading killer of people in the U.S. — behind heart disease and cancer — according to federal data.
‘Masters of the Currents’: Performing Arts Center to explore Micronesian immigration
An almost unrecognized change in immigration will be explored during an upcoming performance at the University of Hawaii at Hilo.
Work progresses on senior housing, adult day care facilities
Mohouli Senior Residences in Hilo completed Phase 2 of construction and is fully occupied.
Stop the violence: UH-Hilo observing 20th anniversary of ‘Vagina Monologues’
A woman wore a radiant smile and danced during a flash mob Wednesday at the University of Hawaii at Hilo plaza — but tears formed afterward. She was there, with more than 30 women of diverse ages, with a few supportive men, to call for an end to violence against women through dance — part of the 20th anniversary of the play “The Vagina Monologues.”
Tougher penalties sought for patients who assault health care workers
The work environment is becoming increasingly dangerous for health providers in the state.
Vehicle crashes into Aloha Fitness
A vehicle crashed into Aloha Fitness Club in Hilo on Friday and burst into flames. A worker from a nearby business quickly put the flames out, preventing anyone from being injured.
Powerful winds down tree, cause power outage
Gusty winds triggered a power outage Friday afternoon in downtown Hilo.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park gets 222-acre addition
The Nature Conservancy has transferred ownership of 222 acres of land to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
January rains refresh East Hawaii
The National Weather Service in Honolulu says January brought a refreshing boost of rainfall to East Hawaii Island.
‘Love is in the Air’: Aerial variety show to arise Friday at Palace
Love is in the air takes on new meaning before Valentine’s Day in Hilo. A one-night aerial variety show titled “Love is in the Air” will make hearts beat a bit faster at 7 p.m. Friday at the Palace Theater.
Puna Kai shopping center in Pahoa nearly 100 percent leased out
Individual tenants will be allowed to begin building their stores sites at Puna Kai shopping center starting in June, the developer told the Tribune-Herald on Tuesday.
Hilo Medical Center undergoing $28 million in renovations
Patients and visitors at Hilo Medical Center find ever-changing hospital environments these days.
Puna could receive another ambulance
A bill making its way through the state Legislature seeks to increase ambulance services in Hawaii County. Senate Bill 2158, introduced Jan. 19, would add funding for additional 24-hour ambulance services on the Big Island, Kauaiand Oahu.
Health experts: Get vaccinated against flu now
Health experts are imploring Hawaii residents to get vaccinated against influenza to prevent it from spreading rapidly like it has on the mainland.
