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Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños results in 345 illnesses across 27 states
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a food safety alert due to multistate outbreak of Salamonella linked to jalapeños distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors.
State Department of Health, CDC investigate high rates of bacterial infections in West Hawai‘i
A Big Island physician identified a higher-than-expected number of patients suffering from Group A Streptococcus bacteria, commonly found on the skin or in the throat.
Travel-related dengue case prompts mosquito control, preventative measures
The Department of Health have detected the first travel-related dengue case of 2026 on Maui.
Measles virus detected in Maui County’s wastewater surveillance
Measles detected in wastewater likely means that someone infected with the virus was present in the area, but this testing cannot determine whether the virus is alive, infectious, or when it was shed.
Agriculture inspectors in Hilo capture second skunk this month
A second skunk captured in Hilo this month raises concerns of invasive species that hitchhike on cargo ships and may impact the state’s rabies-free status and wildlife.
Department of Health records 14th case of dengue this year
With global outbreaks of dengue, travelers are urged to take preventive measures against mosquito bites and stay informed of regional risks.
While there has been no community spread of measles, an increase in pertussis raises health concerns
While the Hawaiʻi Department of Health confirms no new measles cases, pertussis cases spike alarmingly with 108 reported, underscoring the critical need for vaccinations to curb these preventable diseases.
Water safety initiatives aim to reduce child drownings in Hawaiʻi
International Water Safety Day is celebrated on May 15 of each year to spread awareness of drowning and to educate youth in becoming safer in and around the water.
Salmonella outbreak reported among backyard poultry across 6 states
As of today, there have been no reports of outbreaks in Hawai‘i.
Survey to assess emergency preparedness level of east Hawaiʻi County households next week
The initiative aims to better prepare the region against potential disasters and offer vital insights to enhance emergency response strategies
Legislation to ban sales of flavored nicotine products moves forward after House Health Committee passes bill
The House Committee on Health unanimously passed House Bill 756 on Friday to prohibit the sale of flavored nicotine products and the mislabeling of e-liquids as being “nicotine free.”
RSV vaccine recommendation for adults updated by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
This recommendation is for adults who did not get an RSV vaccine last year.
State reports 8 probable cases of whooping cough on Hawai‘i Island
Currently, no one is hospitalized. DOH is working with the families and schools to identify close contacts and encourage them to seek medical attention for preventive care as well as testing if symptomatic.
Hawai‘i Department of Health supports CDC updates to COVID-19 guidance
DOH continuously reviews data on respiratory pathogens, including the virus that causes COVID-19.
Several passengers and crew members fall ill on cruise ship set to dock in Honolulu
The illnesses appear to have occurred during the ship’s voyage between Florida and San Francisco from Jan. 22 to Feb. 6.
First pediatric influenza-related death this year reported on O‘ahu
Hawaiʻi has seen a rise in flu cases in recent weeks in combination with rising RSV cases and continued COVID-19 activity. Unlike flu activity in other states, flu transmission in Hawaiʻi is observed year-round.
Hilo hosting international mosquito outbreak control training this week
More than 40 participants will be participating in the training from Hawai‘i and twenty Pacific Island Countries and Territories: American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Guam, Hawaii, Kiribati, Republic of Marshall Islands, Nauru, Republic of Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, and Wallis and Futuna.
2 travel-related cases of dengue reported: 1 on Big Island, other on Kaua’i
The Hawai‘i Department of Health has received two reports of travel-related dengue cases in Hawai‘i: one on the Big island and the other on Kaua’i.
Salmonella outbreak leads to nationwide voluntary recall of flour
On Friday, General Mills voluntarily issued a nationwide recall after a salmonella outbreak was linked to certain 2-pound, 5-pound, and 10-pound bags of Gold Medal Bleached and Unbleached All-Purpose Flour.
Seniors now eligible for additional COVID-19 bivalent booster dose
The CDC’s announcement also simplifies vaccination schedules to allow bivalent vaccines to be used for primary vaccination series, as well as boosters.
