Lōkahi – our ancestors thrived by maintaining balanced physical, emotional and spiritual well-being by eating well, engaging in daily physical work and play, implementing sound public health practices, and employing preventive measures to avoid advanced illness or injury.

Since Western contact, disease and loss of access to have dramatically impacted the once thriving lāhui, reshaping the very way of life for the people of Hawaiʻi.  A While genetics can play a role, some chronic conditions can be mitigated with simple lifestyle changes. Some preventive actions include physical activity, a nutritious diet, breastfeeding and tobacco control and prevention.

Systemic strategies include wise public health policy at all levels, affordable health care and increased access  to ‘āina to grow food.