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Mayor Harry Kim Undergoes Out-Patient Procedure

by Big Island Video News
on Jul 31, 2018 at 3:53 pm

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STORY SUMMARY

HAWAII ISLAND - Mayor Kim underwent an out-patient procedure involving the insertion of a defibrillator as a precautionary measure at Hilo Medical Center on Tuesday morning.

(BIVN) – Hawai’i County Mayor Harry Kim underwent an out-patient procedure involving the insertion of a defibrillator at Hilo Medical Center on Tuesday morning, the county reported in a media release. The procedure was done “as a precautionary measure”, officials said.

“Knowing Harry, he’ll be back at work soon,” Managing Director Wil Okabe said. “We appreciate everybody’s good wishes and support.”

Mayor Kim has been recovering from a variety of serious health issues in recent months, including multiple reported heart attacks and a bout with pneumonia.

Kim delivered a speech yesterday at the Experience Volcano launch event at the Volcano Garden Arts gallery.


Filed Under: Breaking Tagged With: Harry Kim

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