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Free child safety seat clinic coming to Kona
Technicians can assist families with proper installation and check for factory recalls on seats and vehicles.
$10,500 donation goes to Big Island’s only diaper bank
Hawai‘i Diaper Bank serves more than 550 children per month on average.
Updated COVID-19 vaccines coming soon for keiki as young as 6 months old
The Hawai‘i Department of Health has placed orders to supply participating health care providers with updated bivalent vaccines for children ages 6 months to 5 years old.
Keiki with disabilities can experience surfing at upcoming free camp in Hilo
Experienced surfing instructors, surfboards and life vests will be provided during the Surfers Healing event.
Participants sought for UH Shape Up! Keiki study about childhood obesity
A research team at the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center is looking to recruit nearly 400 children, ages 0-5 years old, for a study that will create advanced body shape models using 3-D scans.
Council Supports Resolution Condemning Gun Violence, Urges Action
Some members became visibly emotional during discussion — all agreed action is necessary.
Nickelodeon’s ‘Paradise Run’ Looking for Contestants
Teams of two children between the ages of 11-14 are invited to apply for the chance to be on Nickelodeon’s “Paradise Run.”
Evenflo Recalls 56K Booster Seats
At least one Big Island resident has confirmed to Big Island Now that they have the booster seat being recalled.
Shriners Hospitals for Children Outreach Program
Shriners Hospitals for Children will hold its next outreach clinic from June 3-5 at the ARC of Hilo.
Non-Profit Providing More Options for Youth Mental Health
Non-profit organization offering non-traditional, culture-based therapies for families, as well as emergency funding.
HVNP Offers ‘Junior Ranger’ Certification to Kick-off National Park Week
Park offers junior ranger certification to kids in celebration of National Park centennial.
HPA Accepting Registration for Summer Programs
Find out about the full line-up of Summer programs offered by HPA and how to sign up.
Study Involving Hawai‘i Children: Income Affects Brain Development
Study involving 256 Hawai‘i children and adolescents finds that income levels affect cognitive ability and brain surfaces.
FoodCorps Recruiting Service Members for Local Initiatives
FoodCorps, an organization that addresses childhood obesity and food insecurity in underserved communities, is recruiting service members throughout Hawai’i.
Shriners Hospital to Hold Keiki Clinic
Specialists with Shriners Hospital for Children in Honolulu will be visiting Hilo Friday for a one-day children outreach clinic.
