The Kauaʻi District Health Office released results from its 2025 Community Assessment for Public Health Emergency Response survey, which collects information about community health and disaster preparedness. The data is based on 186 door-to-door interviews conducted from June 23 to 27, according to the Hawaii Department of Health. Kauaʻi District Health Office says the results will help guide how they support Kauaʻi communities.
A recent survey on Kauaʻi shows that 81% of households know about the recommended 14-day supply of food and water for emergencies, but only 17% have it. Among households with someone who depends on electricity for medical needs (17%), only 45% have backup power. Climate change is a concern for 67% of households, with 5% talking about it daily and 17% weekly. Most households (87%) said they have not experienced mental health effects related to climate change. In addition, 71% are concerned about possible cuts to the EPA, and 76% are concerned about cuts to federal health agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, FDA, and Medicaid, as mentioned by the Hawaii Department of Health.
A recent Community Assessment for Public Health Emergency Response survey showed that 35% of households in Hawaiʻi are worried about paying next month’s rent or mortgage, a 15% increase from last year. It also found that 5% of homeowners have lost insurance or can’t afford it due to higher costs. Since 2019, there has been a 16% decrease in the number of people who prioritize staying updated on vaccines. The Hawaii Department of Health reported that the survey has helped improve understanding of local services and has trained more than 120 staff and volunteers in survey methods over the past eight years. Senate President Ronald D. Kouchi and House Speaker Nadine Nakamura acknowledged the data’s role in shaping policies.
