News & Current Events

Hawaii Pacific Health Employees Donate More Than $1 Million to Support Care for Hawaii Communities

For the seventh-straight year, Hawaii Pacific Health employees banded together to give more than $1 million as part of the annual Employee Giving Campaign, including more than $100,000 that will go to Maui wildfire recovery efforts.

Hawaii Pacific Health Partners with University of Hawaii Cancer Center to Launch New Cell Therapy for Cancer Patients in Hawaii

Hawaii Pacific Health is embarking on a new cancer treatment by introducing Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell therapy (CAR T-cell therapy) to Hawaii in partnership with the University of Hawaii Cancer Center.

$100,000 Grant Awarded to Support Pediatric Cancer Care at Kapiolani During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Pediatric cancer care at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children received a $100,000 boost during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, thanks to Hyundai Hope On Wheels (HHOW). Since 2009, HHOW has donated $965,000 to Kapiolani toward the treatment of pediatric cancer patients.

Hawaii Pacific Health Earns Prestigious Systemwide Accreditation for Cancer Care

Hawaii Pacific Health is the first system in the state to earn a prestigious accreditation for the cancer care it provides to patients across Hawaii. HPH is now recognized as an Integrated Network Cancer Program (INCP) from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC).

Hilo Walmart Sets National Single-Store Fundraising Record in Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Campaign

Panda Express Raises $439,077 for Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children

Panda Cares, the philanthropic arm of Panda Express, raised $439,077 in 2022 for programs and services at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children, Hawaii’s only Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) hospital.

Racing Event Raises $6,000 For Women’s Center at Wilcox Medical Center

The Garden Isle Racing Association made a pit stop at Wilcox Medical Center to present a donation of $6,000. The money was raised at a recent Ladies Night drag racing event at Kauai Raceway Park and, in line with the theme, will support the Women’s Center at Wilcox.

Straub Burn Unit Featured in The New York Times for Response to Maui Fires

Straub Medical Center's Burn Unit was the focus of a lead story in The New York Times' Aug. 15 online issue for the Honolulu burn unit's valiant efforts caring for the most severely wounded survivors of the Maui wildfires.

Wilcox Medical Center Adds New Advanced CT Scanner

Wilcox Medical Center receives new CT scanner expanding imaging services for Kauai patients.

Annual Keiki Bike Safety Day Returns to Wilcox Medical Center

About 200 children came to the annual Keiki Bike Safety Day at Wilcox Medical Center. The free event was organized in partnership with several community partners.

Hawaii Pacific Health Joins Program to Feed University of Hawaii Student-Athletes Nutritious Meals

Hawaii Pacific Health has joined local businesses and organizations to help student-athletes maintain the necessary nutrition required to perform at their best. HPH kicked off this new partnership by feeding the Rainbow Warrior football team.

HPH President & CEO Ray Vara Receives American Heart Association’s 2023 Distinguished National Leadership Award

Hawaii Pacific Health President & CEO Ray Vara recently was honored for his outstanding service to the American Heart Association (AHA) at the2023 Leading with Light National Volunteer Awards ceremony.

Kapiolani Women’s Bone & Joint Clinic Celebrates Its First Anniversary

The Women’s Bone & Joint Clinic at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children recently celebrated its first anniversary. The women-focused clinic provides comprehensive and specialized care to help patients regain their mobility.

Ko Olina Children’s Festival Raises $50,000 for Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children

More than 700 children and their families enjoyed a fun-filled evening on the beach at the Ko Olina Children’s Festival in support of the new Martha B. Smith Cancer & Infusion Center at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children.

Updated Mask Policy Now in Effect at All Hawaii Pacific Health Medical Centers and Clinics

Starting Monday, May 15, 2023, masks are optional at all Hawaii Pacific Health (HPH) medical centers and clinics, except for areas considered high-risk because of the medical needs of patients served there.