4 More Deaths and 306 New Hawaii COVID-19 Cases

Linda Hohnholz - editor

In the latest COVID-19 cases report from the Government of the Aloha State, 306 new Hawaii COVID-19 cases were reported bringing the total to 7566. There were 4 more deaths bringing the total to 55.

Hawaii is still the state with the lowest number of deaths in the country with 3 per 100,000 people. Next is Alaska with 5 per 100,000 then Wyoming with 6 per 100,000. Despite the recent surge, the state ranks 5th lowest in the US for total COVID-19 cases.

The newly-reported cases break down by island as:

Hawaii Island     253

Oahu                     6915

Kauai                     56

Maui                      318

Of those total cases, 24 were residents diagnosed out of state, 462 required hospitalization, and 2371 were released from isolation. Deaths now stand at 55.

CURRENT TRAVEL ADVISORY

People coming to and from Hawai‘i should be prepared to undergo a 14-day quarantine upon arrival and closely monitor their health for the signs and symptoms of COVID-19. 

General Travel

  • Community transmission of respiratory illness caused by COVID-19 is occurring globally.
  • Older adults and people of any age with serious chronic medical conditions shouldpostpone nonessential travel.
  • If you are sick, especially if you have a fever, cough, or shortness of breath, do not travel.

Coming to Hawaii

  • People coming to Hawaii from should be prepared to undergo a 14-day quarantine upon arrival and closely monitor their health for the signs and symptoms of COVID-19. 
  • This applies to both visitors and residents. Hawaii residents leaving Hawaii should be prepared to undergo quarantine upon their return.

Leaving Hawaii

  • Hawaii residents leaving Hawaii should be prepared to undergo a government-mandated 14-day quarantine upon their return. If you are considering travel in the US, the CDC has developed the following guidance to help determine whether you should postpone your trip.
  • If you are considering international travel, check CDC’s Travelers’ Health website for country-specific health information and alerts.
  • You should evaluate all risks associated with travel and take the appropriate proactive measures. The situation is dynamic, and you may be unable to access medical services if you become ill in a country that begins to experience a heavy burden of COVID-19 infection. Visit the U.S. State Department Travel website for travel restrictions that may affect your itinerary.

Previous New Hawaii COVID-19 Cases Information.

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