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Designed to eliminate disease and health risks to the Hawaiian community through programs specific to the general Hawaiian population. Emphasizes nutrition and diabetes. Promotes wellness and disease prevention. Provides referrals to physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners. Provides information in traditional Hawaiian healing practices such as Lomi Lomi (Hawaiian massage therapy). Also offers breast and cervical cancer screening. Also offers a tobacco cessation program.

From humble beginnings, the American Heart Association has grown into the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. A shared focus on cardiovascular health unites our more than 33 million volunteers and supporters as well as our more than 3,400 employees. Learn more about our impact over time. Heart disease is the No. 1 killer worldwide, and stroke ranks second globally. Even when those conditions don’t result in death, they cause disability and diminish quality of life. We want to see a world free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. From pioneering precision cardiovascular medicine to accelerating drug discovery, we’re leading bold innovations to improve health and wellbeing worldwide. In short, we provide vital tools and information to help people make lifestyle choices that lead to longer, healthier lives. We also advocate for stronger policies that protect and improve the health of our communities by educating lawmakers, policymakers and th

Hawaii Child Nutrition Programs' mission is to promote the importance of nutrition through federal compliance, education and partnerships.

Assists families with limited income to plan low-cost, simple, healthy meals. Teaches families to shop wisely, stretch their dollars and resources, and keep foods safe. Meets with homemakers in small groups or individually in the family's home or at community sites.

(HAND, Hawaii Dietetic Association) Maintains a professional organization for nutritionists and dietitians. Provides resource information about nutrition. Visit the website for more information.

(Ho'ola Lahui Hawaii - Lihue, Waimea and Kapaa) Provides medical care; dental care; substance abuse counseling; tobacco cessation; fitness and wellness programs; cancer screening; nutrition counseling; individual, family and couples counseling; case management services; and outreach services.

(EFNEP) Assists families with limited income to plan low-cost, simple, healthy meals. Families learn to shop wisely, stretch their food dollars and resources, and keep foods safe. Homemakers meet in groups with the Nutrition Program Assistant community sites. Meets weekly or bi-weekly (twice a month). Groups arranged by collaborating agencies.

(Hui Malama Ola Na Oiwi) We provide disease prevention and health promotion services through advocacy, accessibility, and education. We offer Case Management Services (such as home visits to conduct blood pressure checks, glucose checks, assistance with applications for medical insurance), and referrals to other health-related agencies. We also provide Health Education (Diabetes, Hypertension, Nutrition, and Tobacco Cessation), Traditional Healing Workshops and Classes, as well as one-to-one services by referral. Specialty Transportation provided to medical-related appointments (based on needs and availability)- for individuals restricted to a wheelchair or gurney.

Cancer and its treatment can affect the appetite, the body's ability to tolerate food and how the body uses nutrients. If you are having trouble with: -Weight Loss -Changes in Taste/Appetite -Fatigue affecting your ability to shop for groceries or to eat -Dry Mouth/Mouth Sores -Constipation -Nausea/Vomiting/Diarrhea -Eating healthfully (optimal diet) during & after cancer treatment -Caregiver Support: What foods to prepare or provide for your loved one with cancer

(Ho'ola Lahui Hawaii - Lihue, Waimea and Kapaa) Provides medical care; dental care; substance abuse counseling; tobacco cessation; fitness and wellness programs; cancer screening; nutrition counseling; individual, family and couples counseling; case management services; and outreach services.

(EFNEP) Assists families with limited income to plan low-cost, simple, healthy meals. Teaches families to shop wisely, stretch their dollars and resources, and keep foods safe. Meets with homemakers in small groups or individually in the family's home or at community sites.

(Ho'ola Lahui Hawaii - Lihue, Waimea and Kapaa) Provides medical care; dental care; substance abuse counseling; tobacco cessation; fitness and wellness programs; cancer screening; nutrition counseling; individual, family and couples counseling; case management services; and outreach services.

Offers classes on weight management, and smoking cessation. Teaches aerobics. Offers programs on coping with cancer, diabetes, and hypertension (high blood pressure). Provides one-on-one consultations on smoking cessation and nutrition.