COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Hawaii – Spectrum News

HONOLULU The Department of Health sent out an alert asking the public to be vigilant as COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Hawaii.

Last month, the DOH released a new dashboard that compiles data on the activity in Hawaii of three respiratory illnesses: COVID-19, including influenza (flu), and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

At the time, COVID-19 appeared on the dashboard as yellow, or medium activity, but now it appears as red, or high activity. This means the virus is circulating at high levels compared with historic trends and recommended precautions are more important for reducing risk, according to the DOHs alert.

The DOHs precautionary recommendations include:

Get the 2023-24 COVID-19 vaccine. Adults 65 and older and people who are immunocompromised are eligible for an additional dose.

If you feel sick, stay home and away from others. You may return to usual activities when you are fever-free for at least 24 hours without the aid of fever-reducing medicines and your symptoms are improving.

Wear a well-fitting mask indoors.

Stay outdoors or in well-ventilated areas.

Practice good hygiene, such as covering coughs, cleaning frequently touched surfaces and washing hands often.

Take a COVID-19 test if you have symptoms and may need treatment, which works best when taken as soon as possible.

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