http://192.168.169.76:80/Blogs/Blog/Item%3FblogId=8Health and Wellness brought to you by HMSAhttp://192.168.169.76:80/dissociation-when-your-mind-disconnects-to-cope-with-stressEverything looks normal, but suddenly you feel far away from it all. Dissociation can leave you feeling detached from yourself and your surroundings. Licensed marriage and family therapist Liza Alex Baker, LMFT, M.A., explains why dissociation happens, how to recognize the signs, and what you can do to help you find your way back to the present.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:00:02 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/dissociation-when-your-mind-disconnects-to-cope-with-stress/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Dissociation/Dissociation%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Dissociation/Dissociating%20woman%20540x304.jpghealthMental Health, mental well being, trauma, trauma-informed care, therapy, therapistMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/she-got-gameWomen’s sports in Hawaii continue to reach new heights, thanks to athletes who refuse to stay on the sidelines. Meet current and former women athletes whose passion, determination, and love of the game have created a lasting impact. Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:05:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/she-got-game/Media/Default/Craig/Fitness/Women%20athletics/Aleah%20Hero.jpg/Media/Default/Craig/Fitness/Women%20athletics/Aleah%20Thumbnail.jpgfitnesswomen athletes, women athletics, girl athletics, women sports, college sports, female sports, Patsy Mink, Title IX, Sabrina McKenna, Aleah Ortiz, Miranda Schmillen, Keala TomCraig DeSilvahttp://192.168.169.76:80/how-one-teen-found-his-community-at-spill-the-tea-cafeJasper Ho’s plan at 14 was to die at 14. But after years of battling depression, suicidality, and bullying as a transgender youth, Ho found acceptance, purpose, and community at Spill the Tea Café, Hawaiʻi’s only teen-focused mental health clinic. Learn how the clinic helped him see a future beyond his struggles, and how he’s now helping other teenagers find their own path to healing.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:04:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/how-one-teen-found-his-community-at-spill-the-tea-cafe/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Jasper%20Ho/IMG_0040%20Hero.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Jasper%20Ho/IMG_0259%20thumbnail.jpghealthMental Health, teens, teen, mental wellness, suicide, suicide awareness, LGBTQMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/from-farm-to-school-cafeteria-greens-grown-next-doorStudentsʻ lunch trays are getting a healthy green upgrade! At Kahaluu Elementary School in Kaneohe, students enjoy fresh microgreens grown just across the street at Kupu Place, a farm known for its aquaponic lettuce, nutrient-dense microgreens, and edible flowers. Learn how this partnership brings fresh, locally grown produce into school meals, while also strengthening students’ connection to agriculture.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:01:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/from-farm-to-school-cafeteria-greens-grown-next-door/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Farm%20to%20School%20Cafeteria/Greens%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Farm%20to%20School%20Cafeteria/Kids%20eating%20540x304.jpglifestyleschool, lunch, kaneohe, Farm, farm to table, farmers, fresh produceMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/three-cheers-for-chickpeasGarbanzo beans are having a moment! From a sweet spread to a viral salad and a creamy one-pan dinner, these chickpea recipes show how versatile this little legume can be. Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/three-cheers-for-chickpeas/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Chickpeas%20Recipes/Chickpeas%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Chickpeas%20Recipes/Marry%20Me%20Chickpeas%20540x304.jpgfoodFood, easy recipe, dessert, chickpeas, garbanzos, moreMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/hawaii-pau-riders-grace-the-aloha-festivals-paradeThe beauty of pāʻū riding is steeped in Hawaiʻi history and cultural pride. This living tradition is carried forward with courage, creativity, and aloha. But the cost for pāʻū riders could rain on their parade. Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/hawaii-pau-riders-grace-the-aloha-festivals-parade/Media/Default/Craig/Lifestyle/Pa'u%20riders/shutterstock_436474894%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Craig/Lifestyle/Pa'u%20riders/IMG_1655.JPGlifestylePāʻū riders, horses, horseback riding, parade, aloha, Hawaiian culture, Aloha Week, Aloha Festivals, King Kamehameha Day paradeCraig DeSilvahttp://192.168.169.76:80/why-teens-need-bone-building-supportMost parents and teens don't know it, but teenagers are building the bone strength they'll rely on for decades. Adolescence is a critical and limited window for developing strong bones, and the habits formed now can affect bone health later in life. Learn what parents and teens can do today to build a stronger foundation for the future.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/why-teens-need-bone-building-support/Media/Default/Keely/Girl%20with%20milk%20hero.jpg/Media/Default/Keely/girls%20in%20park.jpghealthhmsa, islandscene.com, osteoporosis, Mark Lau, teen bone healthKeely Kalama-Lakeyhttp://192.168.169.76:80/rethinking-aging-developing-strength-and-resilienceSeptember is Healthy Aging Month, the perfect time to think about our bodies and longevity. We spoke with Alyssa Furukawa, pharmacist and a certified strength and conditioning specialist who specializes in women’s coaching for healthy tips as we age.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/rethinking-aging-developing-strength-and-resilience/Media/Default/Summer/healthyaging_HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Summer/Alyssa1.jpgfitnesshealthy aging, hawaii, health, hmsa, women's healthSummer Nakaishihttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-stir-fry-editionStir-fry lunches are a great way to pack in protein and vegetables. From salmon teriyaki to pineapple and tofu, part 8 of our what’s for (work) lunch? series features meat, fish, and vegetarian options, which you can customize to your stomach’s desire! Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-stir-fry-edition/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Stir-Fry/Stir%20Fry%201600x500.png/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Stir-Fry/Tofu%20540x304.jpgfoodFood, easy recipe, easy meals, easy packable, lunch, WorkMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/why-pau-hana-is-good-for-the-soulIt can be hard to decompress after a high-stress workday. In Hawaiʻi, pau hana is more than just social hour or having pūpū. Ruth Davis, MFT, a licensed marriage and family therapist in Honolulu, shares how the cultural tradition creates a meaningful bridge between work and personal life.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/why-pau-hana-is-good-for-the-soul/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Pau%20Hana/Pau%20Hana%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Pau%20Hana/Pau%20Hana%20540x304.jpghealthpau hana, happy, Work, workplace, pau, stress, stress reliefMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/wikivision-restores-sight-one-good-deed-at-a-timeThrough community partnerships, WikiVision is helping uninsured and underinsured patients see clearly again. The nonprofit was started by two siblings when they were in high school and continues to change lives with the help of volunteers and community support. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/wikivision-restores-sight-one-good-deed-at-a-time/Media/Default/Craig/Health/WikiVision/shutterstock_2540209167.jpg/Media/Default/Craig/Health/WikiVision/shutterstock_2026379069.jpghealthCataracts, eyes, vision, WikiVision, ophthalmologyCraig DeSilvahttp://192.168.169.76:80/the-calming-powers-of-saltwater-therapyThere’s something magical about the ocean. Whether you enjoy the view from the shoreline or take a quick dip, the vast waters are a calming refuge. Jodi Leslie Matsuo, DrPH, RDN, a Native Hawaiian registered dietitian whose work centers on Native Hawaiian health and wellness, shares the science behind “saltwater therapy” and why Native Hawaiians have understood the ocean’s healing power for generations.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/the-calming-powers-of-saltwater-therapy/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Saltwater%20Therapy/Saltwater%20Therapy%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Saltwater%20Therapy/Kailua%20waves%20540x304.jpghealthocean, health, wellness, therapy, salt, water, beachMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-pasta-salad-editionIs the summer heat getting you down? Skip reheated leftovers and cool off with three refreshing make-ahead pasta salads. Part 7 of our what’s for (work) lunch? series features a smoky barbecue ranch pasta salad, savory sesame-ginger soba with tofu, and a colorful Mexican street corn-inspired pasta salad. Which one will you try first?Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-pasta-salad-edition/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Pasta%20Salads/Pasta%20Salads%201600x500.png/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Pasta%20Salads/BBQ%20Ranch%20Chicken%20540x304.jpgfoodFood, easy meals, easy packable, lunchMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/skip-the-cafe-with-homemade-coffee-syrupsWhile coffee syrups are often a delicious addition to your morning cup, they often contain a lot of sugar and artificial ingredients. Making your own syrup means you have the power to control which ingredients and how much sugar to add! Here are some recipes that are healthier and still infuse flavor in your latte.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/skip-the-cafe-with-homemade-coffee-syrups/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Coffee%20Syrups/Coffee%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Coffee%20Syrups/Three%20Syrups%20540x304.jpgfoodcoffee, morning, breakfast, caffeine, cafeMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-viral-recipes-editionPart six of our what’s for (work) lunch? series takes us online! From a pasta that caused grocery stores to run out of feta to a versatile beef and sweet potato bowl, here are some recipes that have gone viral over the last few years and for good reason: They’re delicious, easy to make, and perfect for your workday break. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-viral-recipes-edition/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Viral%20TikTok%20Recipes/Viral%20Recipes%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Viral%20TikTok%20Recipes/Hot%20Honey%20Bowl%20540x304.jpgfoodFood, easy meals, easy recipe, easy packable, lunch, viralMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/q-a-with-wendy-mink-on-her-mothers-lifelong-fight-for-equalityFrom Congress to courts in Hawaii, the late U.S. Representative Patsy Mink helped open doors for generations. Her daughter, Wendy Mink, shares why that legacy and the fight for equality still matter.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/q-a-with-wendy-mink-on-her-mothers-lifelong-fight-for-equality/Media/Default/Craig/Lifestyle/Wendy%20Mink/Green%20background.JPG/Media/Default/Craig/Lifestyle/Wendy%20Mink/Gwen%20and%20Patsy.jpeglifestylePatsy Mink, Wendy Mink, Title IX, sports, women, sportsCraig DeSilvahttp://192.168.169.76:80/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-when-pms-becomes-debilitatingThe days leading up to a period often bring irritability, fatigue, and food cravings. But for those living with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), the symptoms can be even more severe. Shandhini Raidoo, M.D., a board-certified ob-gyn and associate professor at the University of Hawaii at Manoa John A. Burns School of Medicine, shares how PMDD differs from typical premenstrual syndrome, how it’s misdiagnosed, and the treatments that can help, so you don’t have to suffer anymore.Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-when-pms-becomes-debilitating/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/PMDD/PMDD%20HERO%201.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/PMDD/PMDD%201.jpghealthpms, period, women's health, obgynMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/from-combat-to-compassionFrom Operation Iraqi Freedom to therapy room and classroom. Gulf War veteran and social worker Christopher Slavens' journey is one of resilience and self-discovery to finally regaining joy and purpose in life. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/from-combat-to-compassion/Media/Default/Craig/Health/Christopher%20Slavens/SlavensDSC01502art1600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Craig/Health/Christopher%20Slavens/SlavensDesert540x304.jpghealthPost traumatic stress syndrome, PTSD, war, veteran, Christopher Slavens, social worker, mental health, behavioral health, trauma-informed careCraig DeSilvahttp://192.168.169.76:80/a-new-line-of-support-for-youth-mental-healthWhat if the best person to talk to when you’re struggling is someone your own age? On Maui, 12 teenagers are proving that peer support can be a powerful tool for youth mental health. Meet the volunteers behind YouthLine Hawaii’s first-ever island cohort. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/a-new-line-of-support-for-youth-mental-health/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/YouthLine/YouthLine%20Logo%20HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/YouthLine/YouthLine%201.jpghealthMental Health, mental well being, kids health, keiki, keiki health, students, MauiMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/sneaky-spinach-dessertsSpinach may be known for its leafy green goodness, but its neutral taste also means it’s the perfect vegetable to hide in desserts! From smoothies to baked goods, you’ll never know these sweets have a hidden green gem inside.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/sneaky-spinach-desserts/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Sneaky%20Spinach%20Desserts/Spinach%20Desserts%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Sneaky%20Spinach%20Desserts/Vanilla%20Cake%20540x304.jpgfoodFood, easy recipe, dessert, Desserts, spinachMichelle Liu