Shiver me timbers, matey! On September 19th, we celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Ye landlubbers wouldn’t know it, but there may have been a reason the scallywags of the 7 seas downed so much grog: their oral health habits were atrocious! Avast! Ye better be … [Read more...]
Dental Procedures: The “Root” of All Evil?
Your teeth have been killing you so you head to the dentist to investigate the pain. After your appointment, your dentist gives you the bad news—you have an infected tooth. At this point, it’s safe to say you’re not jumping for joy. Your dentist will likely give you two … [Read more...]
Exercise: The Fountain of Youth
Have you ever heard the phrase, “You’re as young as you feel?” If you find yourself feeling your age (or older!), it might be time to get active! Even though there are no roadmaps to good health, starting and maintaining an active schedule can contribute to healthier bones, a … [Read more...]
Mark Yamakawa Named President and CEO of Hawaii Dental Service
Mark Yamakawa, executive vice president and chief operating officer of The Queen’s Health Systems, parent company of The Queen’s Medical Center, has been named president and chief executive officer of Hawaii Dental Service (HDS), the state’s largest dental benefits plan, … [Read more...]
Aloha Festivals Honors Hawaiian Culture
Looking for something to do to celebrate the start of fall? Why not attend Oahu’s Aloha Festivals? Established in 1946, the Aloha Festivals is the largest Hawaiian cultural celebration of Hawai‘i’s music, dance and history—intended to showcase our unique traditions. Here … [Read more...]
