Kaiser Permanente Hawaii

The coronavirus pandemic has kept many of us indoors, but getting outside in nature has a positive impact on mind, body + spirit. Here are expert tips to increase and appreciate time outdoors this #EarthDay: https://k-p.li/3ekYJ2V

On Sunday, our staff showed their aloha by helping to distribute 500 boxes of fresh produce, protein, and dairy at Kaiser Permanente’s Waipio Medical Office. The food distribution is part of the USDA Farmers to Families Food Box Program facilitated by Hams Produce and Seafood and coordinated by Kaiser Permanente Hawaii to benefit Teamsters workers struggling financially due to the economic impact of the pandemic.

During #MedicalLabProfessionalsWeek, we want to recognize our scientists, pathologists, and technicians for their dedication and expertise during the pandemic. Your contributions enabled us to provide the best treatment and care to our members. https://k-p.li/3xgoidO

Why should you get a COVID-19 vaccination? Because it’s been proven to be highly effective at preventing serious illness from COVID-19. And it’s essential to ending this pandemic. Schedule your vaccination appointment as soon as you can. kp.org/covidvaccine

Today, Kaiser Permanente Hawaii surpassed the 100,000 mark of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered. Thank you to all our wonderful staff and providers who have stepped up to protect our patients and our community.

We have COVID-19 vaccination appointments available for Saturday, April 24, at our Kapolei Consolidated Theatre location. The best way to schedule an appointment is online. Kaiser Permanente members registered on kp.org just need to complete an E-visit. Kaiser Permanente members not yet registered at kp.org can do so by visiting kp.org/register Non-members, please visit kp.org/covidvaccine.... Read more: https://www.khon2.com//hundreds-of-moderna-covid-19-vacci/

On Saturday, we collaborated with Kamehameha Schools Kaplama Campus to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to students boarding on campus. Mahalo to staff for coordinating the event to administer 42 shots!

When vaccination rates decline, we worry about an increase in vaccine-preventable diseases that can be dangerous for children. For #WorldImmunizationWeek, we share thoughts from pediatrician Robert Riewerts, MD, about the importance of childhood vaccines. https://k-p.li/2PQWDfm

We are providing $400,000 in funding to increase COVID-19 vaccinations in Hawaii communities disproportionately affected by the pandemic. We’re grateful to coordinate with Hawaii Primary Care Association to support Bay Clinic, Inc. on Hawaii Island; Mlama I Ke Ola Health Center on Maui; and Kalihi Palama Health Center, Wahiawa Center for Community Health, and Waimanalo Health Center on Oahu.