News Releases
The following press releases are arranged by date with the latest first. For more information about specific press releases call 586-4442.
- DOH confirms additional case of whooping cough on Hawai‘i Island Apr 24, 2024 - HONOLULU — The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed one additional case of pertussis (also known as whooping cough) in a third distinct region on Hawaiʻi Island which is unrelated to previous cases. This new case closely follows 10 recently reported cases and brings the total to 11 pertussis cases on the Island from March… Continue Reading
- Department of Health reopens Ocean Club at Haliʻi Kai in Waikoloa Apr 23, 2024 - Kailua-Kona, Hawaiʻi – The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Food Safety Branch allowed Ocean Club at Haliʻi Kai to reopen, issuing a green “pass” placard during a follow-up inspection on April 23, 2024. The food establishment is located at 69-1029 Nawahine Place in Waikoloa and is operated by Castle Resorts & Hotels Inc. DOH required… Continue Reading
- Department of Health shuts down Ocean Club at Haliʻi Kai in Waikoloa for an active rodent infestation Apr 22, 2024 - Kailua-Kona, Hawaiʻi – The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Food Safety Branch issued a red “Closed” placard and immediately shut down Ocean Club at Haliʻi Kai on April 19, 2024 due to an active rodent infestation, contaminated food products and unsanitary conditions within the facility. The establishment, located at 69-1029 Nawahine Place in Waikoloa, is operated… Continue Reading
- DOH Shuts Down Takamiya Market in Wailuku for Cockroach Infestation Apr 22, 2024 - Wailuku, Hawai‘i – The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Maui Food Safety Branch issued a red “Closed” placard and immediately shut down Takamiya Market on April 19, 2024 during a routine inspection for a severe cockroach infestation. The establishment, located at 359 N. Market Street in Wailuku, is operated by Takamiya Market Inc. During the… Continue Reading
- DOH issues smoke advisory related to fire at Hammerhead Metal Recycling on Maui Apr 20, 2024 - HONOLULU – A fire at the Hammerhead Metal Recycling in Puʻunēnē, Maui is generating dense smoke in surrounding areas. The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) Clean Air Branch advises residents and visitors on Maui Island — especially those suffering from pre-existing respiratory conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema — to take precautionary measures or leave… Continue Reading
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