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Rep. Saiki discusses an offer to resolve the residential development controversy in Kaka‘ako Makai; a NOAA oceanographer shares what's in the Ocean Climate Action Plan; and Ko‘olau Distillery discusses the military's role in helping the business get off the ground
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The local branch of the National Association of Social Workers shares the state of social work in Hawaiʻi thanks to a recently released report from the University of Hawaiʻi. There is also a proposal making its way through the Legislature to help attract more people into the field.
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The Department of Health details what consumers should know about its recent data breach and provides an update on the status of the new State Hospital; Local ranchers share their challenges in the face of dwindling pastureland; and a Hawaiʻi filmmaking nonprofit discusses the importance of film in advancing gender equity
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For some pet owners, the connection they have with their animal is more than just an emotional one — it’s therapeutic. That’s the premise behind "The Year of the Dog." The Conversation's Russell Subiono spoke with the director and producer about making the film.
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According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one person dies every 11 days on the Big Island from a drug overdose. Federal legislation aimed at increasing access to treatment for opioid addiction could reduce that grim number. HPR’s Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi has more.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says teens are in the throes of a mental health crisis. The Conversation talked with Dr. Bart Pillen, the behavioral health chief at Hawaiʻi Pacific Health, about what we as a community can do to help.
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A documentary filmmaker discusses Okinawa residents dealing with toxic chemicals in their drinking water; HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote breaks down a bill to build a second garbage-to-energy plant on Oʻahu; Hawaiʻi Pacific Health shares details about a new Teen Resiliency Program; and Hawaiʻi's Film Commissioner discuss progress in our local industry
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Local nonprofit Child and Family Service created the CFS Family Center Natural Disaster Hotline last month to help people experiencing trauma from past disasters. While everyone’s experience is different, the nonprofit said it’s important for people to seek help if they need it.
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Political economist discusses growing Chinese-American tension; Lawmakers discuss a bill to reverse the ban on Kakaʻako Makai highrise development; New hotline provides connection to alleviate stress after natural disasters; Animal rescue highlights the importance of spay and neutering
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The state’s largest health insurer will build five new outdoor fitness courts across the islands. The project is a collaboration between HMSA and the National Fitness Campaign.