Shower truck for disadvantaged key to Kapi?olani CC student’s coursework
The launch of a community shower truck marked the capstone of course work in Kapiʻolani CC's Community Health Worker Program for student Velvet King.
New Zika vaccine effective in preclinical trials
The important milestone is effective in both mice and monkeys from the infection, according to research papers written and co-led by two JABSOM graduate students.
Discovery shows new treatment for reversing heart failure
Alexander Stokes, an assistant professor in cell and molecular biology, reveals the wonders of the cannabinoid receptor known as TRPV1.
Great American Smokeout to be celebrated at UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹
Campus will benefit from $20,000 grant to implement state law designating the entire university system to be tobacco-free areas.
UH study of uterine ruptures in West Africa supports health-system improvements
Public health research study says pregnant women whose labor contractions have slowed or stopped altogether require immediate transfer to higher-level hospital.
Happiness, health missing from measuring nation’s well-being
Gross domestic product undervalues the true worth of human worth, says a study led by Victoria Fan of the Office of Public Health Services.
2050: Feeding 10 billion people within planetary limits may be achievable
A global shift toward healthy and more plant-based diets, halving food loss and waste and improving farming practices and technologies are required to feed 10 billion people sustainably by 2050, a new study finds.
Study shows improved health, reduced overweight and obesity in Pacific-region children
Researchers aimed to change the context in which child overweight and obesity occurs by building strong partnerships for action within communities.
UH public health study: Start of new relationship is important time for HIV prevention
The research from the Office of Public Health Studies may ultimately help to lower new infections.
UH Hilo professor looks at new treatment of PTSD in vets
The connection between physical, mental and emotional health problems has inspired Christopher Frueh to develop a multi-component treatment for veterans with combat PTSD.