New case of Dengue Fever diagnosed in Haleiwa resident
The Department of Health has confirmed another Dengue Fever case on Oahu, this time in a resident of Haleiwa.
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The Department of Health has confirmed another Dengue Fever case on Oahu, this time in a resident of Haleiwa.
International and continental U.S. outbreaks continue to increase, currently affecting 17 U.S. states as of March 7th.
With fewer residents getting vaccinated for respiratory illnesses and more visitors traveling throughout the state, Hawaii has seen an increase in flu cases in recent weeks.
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.
The Department of Health announced today the first influenza-associated death in a Hawaiʻi resident under the age of 18 during this influenza, or flu season. The child was an Oʻahu resident. Out of respect for the family’s privacy, no further information about the child is being released.