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UHA Connecting The Dots

by UHA Connecting The Dots

Protecting our family’s health is on everyone’s mind these days, and there’s a new way to navigate the healthcare system to get the quality care you deserve.

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Episodes

  1. 26. Home Grown Physicians with Austin Corpuz

    HI Now’s Kainoa Carlson “connects the dots” on “Home Grown Physicians” featuring Austin Corpus. Corpuz shares what inspired him to pursue the medical field; the realities of choosing this career path; and offers advice to those who may be considering a career in medicine.

  2. 25. Planning for Future Health Care Decisions

    Jeannette Koijane, MPH is Executive Director of Kokua Mau. Koijane explains health care directives; who should be a part of the conversation when planning advance health care directives; tips on selecting an agent(s); and how to start the discussion.

  3. 24. Psychology of Spending with Bunny Tanaka

    o UHA Health Insurance’s Mike Story and Financial Educator and Certified Credit Union Financial Counselor Bunny Tanaka of Hawaii State Federal Credit Union discuss the psychology of spending. In this episode, Bunny explains how family history affects our relationship with money; how each…

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  4. 23. Preventive Health for Men and Women with Nurse Floris Batara

    UHA Health Insurance’s Mike Story and RN Care Specialist Floris Batara discuss preventive health for men and women. In this episode, learn about preventive health; key screenings recommended for men and women; the importance of each key screening; recommended vaccinations/immunizations; and why...

  5. 22. Diabetes Prevention with the National Kidney Foundation with Dawn Pasikala

    HI Now’s Rachel Pacarro and Dawn Pasikala with National Kidney Foundation discuss Diabetes Prevention. In this episode, Pasikala discusses the difference between pre-diabetes and diabetes; the effect of diabetes in Hawaii; the different types of diabetes; the importance of screening for diabetes;...

  6. 21. The Missing Piece: Architecture and Well-being with Phil Camp

    HI Now’s Kainoa Carlson and Phil Camp of Hi.arch.y discuss The Missing Piece: Architecture and Well-being. In this episode, Camp explains how architecture affects workplace wellness and productivity; how sustainable design impacts employees and communities; and gives examples of well-certified...

  7. 20. Whatʻs In Your Water

    HI Now’s Kainoa Carlson and Michael Hernandez-Soria of Hawaiian Cool Water “connect the dots” on What’s in your Water. In this episode, Hernandez-Soria explains what kind of contaminants can be found in tap water, and if store-bought filters are effective in removing these contaminants. He’ll…

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  8. 19. Lifting the Veil on Mental Health

    HI Now’s Rachel Pacarro and Dr. Mestisa C. Gass, Program Director for Mental Health America of Hawaii “connect the dots” on Lifting the Veil on Mental Health. Dr. Gass is passionate about bringing education, support and resources to all communities, especially rural areas like the town she grew…

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  9. 18. Managing Diabetes

    Michael Story, Senior Workplace Wellness Advisor at UHA “connects the dots” on Tips to manage diabetes with Nurse Doris Villorente. Doris is a Registered Nurse and a certified case manager with UHA Health Insurance. She’s part of the RN Care Specialist team who manages the complex healthcare of...

  10. 17. Nutrition 101

    HI Now’s Kainoa Carlson talks with Dr. Jinan Banna, Associate Professor in the Department of Human Nutrition, Food and Animal Sciences at University of Hawaii. Dr. Banna specializes in women’s health, weight loss and chronic disease prevention. In this episode she explains what makes a healthy...

  11. 16. Self-care during the Holidays

    HI Now’s Kainoa Carlson talks with therapist Heather Pierucki on self-care during the holidays. She is an experienced therapist who specializes in helping the community understand trauma, its impact on the body, mind, and environment, and how to seek and find support for healing. Heather…

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  12. 15. Top 10 Signs Of Alzheimer's

    What is Alzheimer’s? Talk Story’s McKenna Maduli discussed the disease with Dr. Poki’i Balaz, Interim Executive Director at Lunalilo Home. How can you help someone experiencing the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s? What community resources are available for those affected by Alzheimer’s and their...

  13. 14. Well-being for the "Whole" You

    Michael Story, UHA’s Senior Workplace Wellness Advisor “connects the dots” on Wellbeing for the “Whole” You with Ryan Wolf. They discuss the five elements of wellbeing: career, social, financial, physical and community. Ryan is the Wellbeing Lead at Gallup, the global research and consulting firm...

  14. 13. The Healthy Hawaii Strategic Plan

    HI Now’s Kainoa Carlson “connects the dots” on the Healthy Hawaii Strategic Plan with Lola Irvin and Mark Garrity. They discuss the Healthy Hawaii Strategic Plan, a roadmap for improving the health of Hawaii residents by preventing and reducing chronic disease. Irvin is the Administrator of the...

  15. 12. The Science Of Sleeping Well

    HI Now’s Kainoa Carlson “connects the dots” on the Science of Sleeping Well with Dr. Val Cacho. Dr. Cacho is a board-certified internal medicine and sleep medicine physician. A Loma Linda University alumnus, she completed a sleep fellowship at the Cedar Sinai Medical, and a fellowship in...

  16. 11. Moving More For Better Health

    HI Now’s Kainoa Carlson “connects the dots” on Moving More for Better Health with Terri Dietz. With over 30 years of experience in the health, fitness and wellness industry, Terri believes in each person’s ability to become their best self. Why is movement important to our physical health and...

  17. 10. The Well-Being Equalizer

    HI Now’s Kainoa Carlson “connects the dots” on the Well-Being Equalizer with Michael Story. What does work life balance and well-being really mean? As a member of UHA’s Work Well team, Michael Story introduces workplace wellness solutions to organizations throughout Hawaii. He shares how we can...

  18. 09. Dental Wellness

    What is oral health? What are some routines to follow for optimal oral health? Kahala Howser of Hawaii Dental Service helps us understand the importance of preventative care and navigating oral health

  19. 08. Stress and Coping with Dr. Stern

    HI Now’s Kanoe Gibson “connects the dots” on “Stress and Coping” with Dr. Jeffrey D. Stern. What is stress? What does it do to our mind and body? Do the effects of stress change as we age? Dr. Stern explains what “stress” is, and how we can navigate through it, using simple and healthy stress...

  20. 07. Reconnecting with your Primary Care Physician with Dr. Kathleen Kozak

    HI Now’s Kainoa Carlson “connects the dots” on “Reconnecting with your Primary Care Physician” with Dr. Kathleen Kozak. Dr. Kozak discusses the importance of reconnecting with your Primary Care Physician, keeping routine healthcare appointments and alternatives to in-person visits.

  21. 06. Resilience: Motivating Lasting Change with Dr. Michelle Segar

    HI Now’s Kanoe Gibson “connects the dots” on “Resilience: Motivating Lasting Change” with award-winning motivation scientist and bestselling author, Dr. Michelle Segar.” Dr. Segar gives tips on adopting a healthier lifestyle, and maintaining motivation.

  22. 05. Chronic Kidney Disease with Nurse Justine Tallon-Satink

    HI Now’s Kanoe Gibson “connects the dots” with Justine Tallon-Satink about Chronic Kidney Disease, and why we should be talking more about it.

  23. 04. Families in Stress during the Pandemic with Dr. Theresa Wee

    HI Now’s Kanoe Gibson “connects the dots” on “Families in Stress during the Pandemic” with Dr. Theresa Wee. Dr. Wee talks about the importance of resilience, how to work as a family/team, and what we all need to incorporate daily for the success of our well-being.

  24. 03. Maintaining Health with Preventive Care with Dr. Kathleen Kozak

    HI Now’s Kanoe Gibson “connects the dots” on “Maintaining Health with Preventive Care” with Dr. Kathleen Kozak. Dr. Kozak discusses how preventative care can help you in the long run, and the types of programs that are available for people who have a higher risk for chronic and/or…

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  25. 02. Dealing with Grief during the Holidays with Dr. Theresa Wee

    HI Now’s Kanoe Gibson “connects the dots” on “Dealing with Grief during the Holidays” with Dr. Theresa Wee. Dr. Wee shares her personal experience with grief and offers resources on dealing with grief especially during the holidays.

  26. 01. Holiday Do's and Don'ts

    On the first episode of 'UHA Connecting the Dots,' Dr. Kathleen Kozak joins host Kanoe Gibson to talk about the medical community's biggest concerns during the holiday season — and whether hospitals are gearing up for an increase in COVID-19 cases due to family gatherings.

  27. 00. Introducing UHA Connecting The Dots

    Protecting our family’s health is on everyone’s mind these days, and there’s a new way to navigate the healthcare system to get the quality care you deserve. It's called the UHA Connecting The Dots podcast, and it's coming soon to the Hawaii News Now Podcast Network.

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