Buke ‘Oihana Lapa‘au, first printed in Honolulu in 1895, a vlauable collection of information on Hawaiian medical practices, based on the writing of the honorable ‘Elia Helekunihi. In addition, it presents select ali‘i genealogy and a detailed chronological description of significant dates i [...]
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Lomilomi is the traditional art of Hawaiian massage, an ancient practice that is renowned for being a  soothing, flowing, gentle, and relaxing experience.  To the healers of old, lomilomi was much more. As documented from historic sources dating from 1779, lomilomi was connected to almost every as [...]
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Three books celebrating Hawaiian culture and traditions make wonderful gifts for friends and family. Sending gifts to the mainland? Mail a warm reminder of the be [...]
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Doctor’s new book proposes Hawaii’s unique universal medical care system for all Americans. Today’s health care system is in a crisis. Many authorities suggest that America would be better off moving towards a national health care system. But parts of America–specifically Hawaii–already have one. In this provocative book, Dr. Tabrah shows how such a system was developed and maintained in Hawaii, and explores how it can benefit the rest of the country.

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A DASH of Aloha: Healthy Hawai‘i Cuisine and Lifestyle by Kapi‘olani Community College (KCC) is a book about eating, not dieting. This unique guide introduces the easy-to-use DASH (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension) eating and activity plan, which teaches readers how to lead a healthy lifestyle combining good eating habits and regular physical activity.

Ron Takahashi, chairperson of the Culinary Arts Department at KCC, explains, “A DASH of Aloha is about taking the simplest steps to incorporate healthful rules of thumb into your daily routine, with the long-term goal of achieving a healthier lifestyle. The recipes are based on local tastes, and emphasize eating Island-grown, fresh ingredients, simply prepared to get the greatest benefits.”

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Featuring more than 30 practitioners of this ancient art, this book won a "Keep It Hawai'i" Award from the Hawai'i Tourism Authority for r [...]
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The mele contained in this book are fundamental to hula Pele and reflect a vast and dynamic Hawai'i worldview. These mele have been preserved for centuries via oral traditions, the sacred hula of Hawai'i, and, more recently, in twentieth-century written texts. Lele Kawa offers original translations [...]
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Hūlili is a multidisciplinary forum for current research that examines the nature, needs, and strengths of Hawaiians, their families, and their communities. Through collaboration and critique, Hūlili fosters new connections and shared insights to mobilize greater Hawaiian well-being.