Waipahu High School in Honolulu recently held a blessing ceremony for their new academic health center, marking a significant milestone as the first of its kind in the nation. The center offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in healthcare by working alongside and shadowing medical professionals. During the ceremony, Dr. Leslie Chun, CEO of Hawaii Pacific Health Medical Group, spoke about the unique aspects of the academic center and the inspiration behind this innovative initiative.

Hawaii Pacific Health aims to provide students with valuable learning experiences and hopes that the center will contribute to their future success in the healthcare field. As part of their mission to promote healthier living and wellness, Hawaii News Now has partnered with Hawaii Pacific Health to bring you more health and wellness tips, as well as additional information on this exciting initiative.

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