News & Current Events

JN Group "Drive for the Cure" Campaign Supports Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children

JN Group is committing a portion of sales in October to support women’s breast health services provided at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children with its “Drive for the Cure” campaign.

Kapiolani Construction Update - October & November 2016

Kapiolani's Beloved Chief Canine Officer, Tucker, Passes Away

Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children’s Chief Canine Officer and hospital therapy dog for the past nine years has passed away.

Record-breaking 10th annual Kapiolani Radiothon for Kids

A record-breaking $273,322 was the total raised at the 10th annual Kapiolani Radiothon for Kids.

Radiothon for Kids – A Decade of Making a Difference for Hawaii's Keiki

For the 10th straight year, Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and KSSK 92.3FM/AM 590 are partnering together to support Hawaii’s keiki with the Kapiolani Radiothon for Kids. This year, the Kapiolani Radiothon hits the airwaves August 11-12.

76 Students Complete Hawaii Pacific Health Summer Internship

Hawaii Pacific Health recognized 76 outstanding students for participating in its 2016 Health Careers Summer Internship Program at a special closing ceremony at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children August 5. The unique paid internship program offers students a rare opportunity to gain first-hand experience in the health care industry, learn more about general operations within a hospital system and explore a variety of different health care professions.

American Savings Bank Employees Raise More Than $70,000 for Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children

American Savings Bank employees raised $72,641 for Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children through their annual employee giving campaign, Kahiau. The funds will support the hospital’s Child Life Services program, which provides various services for pediatric patients to help them cope positively with their illness and hospitalization.

Blizzards Hit Hawaii in July

Dairy Queen® locations serve Blizzard® Treats during 11th Annual Miracle Treat Day to benefit Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children

Annual Prom Gives Teen Patients an Unforgettable Evening

Nothing can stop teens from attending their first prom – except maybe an illness that lands them in the hospital. For the past four years, the staff and volunteers at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children have done the seemingly impossible and brought the prom to their patients, not only to extend the care they provide to patients every day, but to create a fun, comfortable and safe environment for patients to have an unforgettable experience.

Female Surf Competition Raises Funds and Awareness for the Sex Abuse Treatment Center

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the China Uemura Wahine Surfing Classic brings together female surfers of all ages on June 4 and 5 at Kuhio Beach in Waikiki for a friendly surf competition that also supports a good cause. Since the event’s inception in 1996, proceeds from this annual event are donated to the Sex Abuse Treatment Center (SATC), a program of Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children.

Kapiolani Construction Update - May & June 2016

Community Raises $55,000 for Kapiolani Medical Center at Ko Olina Children's Film & Music Festival

Ticket sales from the third annual Ko Olina Children's Film & Music Festival held April 30 and contributions from the Ko Olina Resort Association resulted in a $55,000 donation to Kapiolani Medical Center.

[respect] Campaign Promotes Positive Action to Prevent Sexual Violence

Live life from a place of [respect], prevent sexual violence, join the movement. These messages are part of the [respect] campaign, a call to action by the Sex Abuse Treatment Center (SATC) that promotes positive steps youth and young adults can take to prevent sexual violence, such as engaging in healthy communication, seeking consent and intervening as concerned bystanders.

Nan Inc. Presents $1 Million Gift to Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children

Nan, Inc. has presented $1 million to Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children in support of the hospital’s expansion plans. In recognition of the company’s generosity, the auditorium in the new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Building will be named the Nan, Inc. Auditorium.

14-Year-Old Kapiolani Patient Julie Kobayashi Named 2016 Children's Miracle Network Hawaii Champion

Appreciating the gift of a second chance at life is what Julie Kobayashi cherishes each day. This is the message she will share with pediatric patients, their families and the community in her role as the 2016 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Hawaii Champion.