#Diabetes
UH study finds Native Hawaiians face higher rates of accelerated biological aging
A new study has discovered Native Hawaiians experience higher accelerated biological aging in comparison to White and Japanese American residents.
‘He who speaks softly yet moves mountains’: Late Big Island lawmaker Mark Nakashima praised by family, friends, colleagues and constituents
The 61-year-old who grew up in Honoka‘a and was first elected in 2008 to the District 1 state House seat was impeccably commited to public service and unwaveringly dedicated to the people of his district and the entire state.
Big Island state lawmaker Mark Nakashima dies; flags ordered at half-staff
“This is a tremendous loss for the Hāmākua, Hilo and Kaʻūmana community and the House of Representatives. Mark served his community and our state with dignity and respect. He will be missed. Our heartfelt condolences go to Mark’s family during this time.” — Hawai’i House Speaker Scott K. Saiki
State launches new ‘Beat Diabetes’ public service campaign
For people with prediabetes, losing just 5% to 7% of body weight can reduce the chance of developing diabetes by more than 50% for adults at high risk.
University of Hawai‘i: gut bacteria linked to mental health, other chronic disease risks
Medical and economic researchers developed profiles to discover higher rates of risk among Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders.
Walmart to Host Free Diabetes Awareness Event
Walmarts in Kailua-Kona and Hilo will be hosting its free Diabetes Awareness Event on Nov. 9.
