As of March 17, 2016*:
Since the last update, HDOH has identified o new cases of dengue fever. Currently, as many as 0 of the confirmed cases to date are potentially infectious to mosquitoes. All others are no longer infectious.
IMPORTANT: Infectious mosquitoes may still be present, even if no cases remain infectious to mosquitoes. “Fight the bite” preventative measures remain crucial throughout the Big Island.
| Potentially infectious individuals |
0 | |
| Cases no longer infectious |
261 | Illness onset 9/11/15 to 3/4/16 |
| Past and present confirmed cases (Cumulative TOTAL) |
261 | |
Of the confirmed cases, 236 are Hawaii Island residents and 25 are visitors.
215 cases have been adults; 46 have been children (<18 years of age). Onset of illness has ranged between 9/11/15 – 3/4/16.
As of today, a total of 1491 reported potential cases have been excluded based on test results and/or not meeting case criteria.
The really good news is no high or moderate risk areas currently on Island. Kohala has no current risk, however, continue to Fight the Bite.