How has covid changed the medical aid in dying practices here in the islands? Samantha Trad is in the studio from Compassion and Choices to share the latest data from Hawaii and how the pandemic has affected access to this legally approved option for those with terminal illnesses.

Join author and psychotherapist Cheryl Krauter on her personal journey of the trauma of the sudden death of her husband, to the healing powers of fly fishing, and the symbolism of honoring the dead in ways that help inspire the living to let go, and live on.This 2 part series was just impossible to fit into one show, you won’t want to miss the story from beginning to end. Her newly published book Odyssey of Ashes details her path forward and shares what she has learned along the way, and uses in her professional career to help others. There are lessons for all of us, and tips on how to help if someone you love has experienced a great loss.

Join author and psychotherapist Cheryl Krauter on her personal journey of the trauma of the sudden death of her husband, to the healing powers of fly fishing, and the symbolism of honoring the dead in ways that help inspire the living to let go, and live on.This 2 part series was just impossible to fit into one show, you won’t want to miss the story from beginning to end. Her newly published book Odyssey of Ashes details her path forward and shares what she has learned along the way, and uses in her professional career to help others. There are lessons for all of us, and tips on how to help if someone you love has experienced a great loss.

Do you ever doze off during the day at work, or feel a wave of exhaustion come over while driving? It could just be a sign you need more rest, but for some it’s a sign of narcolepsy. We'll have a sleep specialist from Hawaii Pacific Neuroscience on the show to share how to know if you have this serious condition and what can be done to help!

At any given time, Hawaii has about one week of red blood cells available for transfusion readily on hand. Dr. Kim-Ann Nguyen, President and CEO of the Blood Bank of Hawaii is on the show sharing how important blood donation is to keep the supply available and how this saves lives.

On today's episode of The Body Show, we will hear from Dr. Kore Liow from Pacific Neuroscience about the latest research on Alzheimer's Disease done here in Hawaii, and the controversial new drug approval by the FDA.

Who needs to be concerned about sun exposure and skin cancer? All of us, no matter how much we think a tan can help! We’ll hear from Dr. Rebecca Luria, board certified dermatologist, about how to stay safe in the sun this summer, and all year long.

Snorkeling is a lot of fun but may not be the low risk activity that you think it is! Strong swimming skills are not enough to save someone in serious trouble. This episode, Carol Wilcox describes the groundbreaking findings about the Snorkel Safety Study that explains what warning signs every snorkeler should know before entering the water.

If you have an urgent medical condition, could the doctor be just a video call away? Is the care for most conditions the same? Where is the world of telemedicine going as the pandemic restrictions are lifted, and people can return to see their doctors? We will talk with the founders of Cloudwell Health about their solution for local patients to get care from the convenience of their own home.

Forest bathing.... wait, does this involve soap? Not so fast, there is no water involved, unless it comes from the sky. This Japanese tradition has been studied and found to reduce stress, improve the function of the immune system, and to be beneficial for a variety of health reasons, and all it takes is a step out in nature. Certified forest therapy guide Phyllis Look is in the studio, sharing the evidence behind the movement of getting back to our ancestral home.Find out more about Forest Bathing Hawaii