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ʻAha Wahine 2012: A Preview
ʻAha Wahine 2012: A Preview from Oiwi TV on Vimeo.
There’s just certain things that we can talk about amongst each other that we can’t talk about in the presence of men,” said Mehanaokalā Hind, one of the coordinators of the ʻAha Wahine.
Hind is leading the charge to implement the first ever ʻAha Wahine.
“Native Hawaiian women have been gathering in smaller groups in their particular practices. Whether that be hula or lauhala weaving or kapa,” explains Hind, “But to have one on a grander scale that dealt with larger issues that all of us as Native Hawaiian women deal with. Socioeconomic issues, health issues, education issues and so forth.”
The focus is reconnecting women to their Hawaiian culture to help them prosper.
“What I want the women to walk away with is a sense of of, a growing sense of their Native Hawaiian identity,” said Hind.
The women’s-only conference is largely based on the success of the ʻAha Kāne, a males-only health conference.
“That was a really good push because it let people out there know and especially men that there is a role for men. There is a role for Native Hawaiian women in our, in our society, and they play very pivotal roles. So why not gather and highlight those roles?” asks Hind.
While all the details are being worked out, Hind is organizing a mini-ʻAha Wahine in February at Windward Community College.
“I want Native Hawaiian women to thrive. I want Native Hawaiian families to thrive and I see this as one of those steps in making that possible,” said Hind.
To register or for more information, visit www.AhaWahine.Org.
Culture Matters – A Native Health Documentary
Source Credit: by Wide Angle Studios
“Culture Matters” a documentary from Wide Angle Studios on Vimeo.
A documentary film on Native American, Alaska Native, and Pacific Islander behavioral health care. We travel to the South Pacific Island of American Samoa, the pristine wilderness of Alaska, and the continental United States talking with indigenous people and listening to their stories.
Funded through a grant from the US Department of Health and Human Services – SAMHSA, produced by Wide Angle Studios in association with First Nations Behavioral Health Association.
Meals that Heal — Star among fruits
Healthy food may be growing in your own backyard or available at your local farmers market already because as this article shows Hawai’i is one of the leading producers of it, read on for more details.
Meals that Heal — Star among fruits
UTTAM SAJWAN
Source Credit: THE HINDU
A burst of flavours with carambola, cloves and vinegar
Carambola or star fruit is native to Indonesia, India and Sri Lanka. This fruit acquired its name from the star shape it gets when sliced. It has a waxy, golden yellow to green colour skin with a complicated flavour combination that includes plums, pineapples, and lemons. The fruit is popular throughout Southeast Asia, Malaysia and parts of East Asia. It is grown throughout the tropics such as Trinidad and in the U.S., Brazil and Hawaii.
Health benefits
Star fruit is rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, and low in sugar, sodium and acid. Studies have shown that primary antioxidants can help prevent the damage of free radicals and that secondary antioxidants can help reverse the damage that exists in our systems. Vitamin C is an essential ingredient in a strong immune system and general wellbeing.
It is extremely juicy, and sweet without being overwhelming. The taste is difficult to compare, but it has been likened to a mix of papaya, orange and grape fruit.
Selection
Select firm, shiny-skinned, even coloured fruits. Star fruits will ripen at room temperature, and have light brown edges on the ribs when it’s ripe. Avoid purchasing star fruit with brown, shrivelled ribs. This delicious fruit is also available dried.
Storage
Non-ripe star fruit should be turned often, until they are yellow in colour and ripe with light brown ribs. Store ripe star fruits at room temperature for two to three days or unwashed and refrigerated, in a plastic bag for up to one week. The author is Senior Chef de Partie, Vivanta by Taj, Fisherman’s Cove
Healing thru culture
First aired on ʻĀhaʻi ʻŌlelo Ola June 21st 2010
The goal of ‘Aha Kane 2010 is to address the issues of Native Hawaiian male leadership and community involvement by focusing on the cultural history and the roles of Native Hawaiian men in the past, present and future. ‘Aha Kane 2010 offers a diverse venue of support services, educational programs, health presentations, and cultural workshops to increase our awareness and empower Native Hawaiian kane to fulfill our roles and responsibilities amongst ourselves, as well as within our families and our respective communities.
Activities include: Ho’okuku Ha’iolelo Hawaiian Language Oration Competition, Health Screenings, Lomilomi, and various athletic competitions! Chants and Hula Kahiko workshops, traditional warrior arts demonstrations.
Solving the Health Care Crisis (Videos 1 – 3)
A discussion aired on ‘Olelo in 2009 focusing on the health care issues facing the Big Island. This particular discussion focused on healthcare programs and services provided to Native Hawaiians on the Big Island. Taking part in this discussion were Senator Russell Kokubun, Office of Hawaiian Affairs Trustee, Robert Lindsey, Papa Ola Lokahi Executive Director, Hardy Spoehr, and Hui Malama Ola Na ‘Oiwi Executive Director, Michelle Teuber.
Part 1 of 3
Part 2 of 3
Part 3 of 3
What to do with expired pills?
HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii’s attorney general and other officials are encouraging the community to turn in expired or unused prescription drugs at various collection points.
(NEWS SOURCE)
NECN.com
The drug take-back effort begins Friday.
Attorney General David Louie says unused or expired prescription drugs pose serious health and safety risks.
The service is free and anonymous. Tablets, capsules and other solid dosage forms are accepted.
Narcotics Enforcement Division Acting Administrator Derek Nakamura says last year 70 percent of the drugs brought into the take-back program were narcotic pain killers.
Officials warn that having unused or expired medicine at home increases the risk of accidental poisoning. Such medicine should not be thrown in the trash or flushed down the toilet. Proper disposal helps reduce the risk of prescription drugs entering the water supply or harming aquatic life.
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