Respectful research with kūpuna focus of new guide
The 48-page resource guide is free and available online.
Kūpuna Interview Project showcases Indigenous-centered research
The study uplifts Native Hawaiian kupuna voices through Indigenous-centered storytelling and research.
Hawaiʻi brain health tracker launches to address Alzheimer’s risks
The new interactive tool provides real-time data to address Alzheimer’s and dementia in Hawaiʻi.
UH expands Japan partnership to strengthen eldercare innovation
UH is partnering with Japan to explore innovative, tech-enabled and community-based solutions to support aging populations.
Gift empowers young doctors to care for kūpuna
Allen and Anne Abaya are helping grow Hawaiʻi’s geriatric care workforce by supporting young doctors.
MIND diet may lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease at any age
A new UH Cancer Center study based on Multiethnic Cohort data shows that adopting the MIND diet, even later in life, can help reduce the risk of dementia.
Q&A: UH geriatrics expert on Alzheimer’s disease
Gina Fujikami answers key questions on Alzheimer’s diagnosis, prevention, and support for Hawaiʻi’s aging population.
UH research tests dementia-friendly design in campus garden
Community members helped test a new UH-developed checklist for improving accessibility and inclusivity in garden spaces.
UH Mānoa faculty help lead global aging initiative in Japan
Their key roles promote active aging at ACAP’s 20th anniversary conference in Japan.
Indigenous views of elderhood offer lessons on aging
The study finds elderhood in Indigenous communities is earned through wisdom, not age, promoting healthy aging.
