The Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus is wreaking havoc here in Hawaii. Currently, the islands are experiencing the worst surge we've seen since the start of the pandemic. As a result, Hawaii tightens capacity restrictions once again in an effort to slow the spread. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Tightens Capacity Restrictions Once Again
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Hawaii Allows $30 Million in COVID Tests to Expire
Not long ago, I reported that the State of Hawaii has a large stockpile of unused COVID-19 tests. Those tests, they say, can only be used for community testing, despite a lack of community testing. Well, they never did find a use. As a result, Hawaii allows $30 million in COVID tests to expire. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Allows $30 Million in COVID Tests to Expire
Maui Plans to Implement Post-Arrival Testing
Though Hawaii County is thinking of terminating its traveler testing program due to mounting costs. However, due to increasing rates of infection, another county is grasping for ways to bring things under control. As a result, Maui plans to implement post-arrival testing. … [Read more...] about Maui Plans to Implement Post-Arrival Testing
Waikiki Clinic Reports Uptick in COVID Cases
With cases surging around the US and particularly in Hawaii's single largest source of visitors - California, it's no surprise that a Waikiki clinic reports an uptick in COVID cases. And, of course, this is especially true of travelers arriving from California. … [Read more...] about Waikiki Clinic Reports Uptick in COVID Cases
Hawaii Surveillance Testing is a Complete Joke
Governor Ige and Lt. Governor Josh Green have long told us to not worry about imported COVID cases because they're monitoring the situation by testing 10% of passengers upon arrival. However, it turns out that Hawaii surveillance testing is a complete joke. Surprised? I'm not. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Surveillance Testing is a Complete Joke