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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
D A V I D Y . I G E
G O V E R N O R
V I R G I N I A P R E S S L E R , M D
D I R E C T O R
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 21, 2016 16-017
HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CONFIRMS ANOTHER CASE
OF TRAVEL-RELATED ZIKA IN THE STATE
HONOLULU – The Hawaii State Department of Health (DOH) is investigating another imported
case of Zika virus in Hawaii. This is the second case of Zika to be confirmed this year by the
department’s State Laboratories Division. The Kauai resident has a history of recent travel to
Latin America and may still be infectious. The individual has been advised to keep indoors and
stay protected from mosquitoes. No additional information will be made available about this
case to respect the privacy of the individual.
A Vector Control team will visit the individual’s residence to survey the area for mosquitoes and
determine if there is a need to treat the area to reduce any mosquito breeding sites. DOH is
coordinating closely with its county partners to assure a targeted and efficient response.
“As Zika continues to spread in multiple regions across the world, we anticipate that we will
experience an increase in imported cases and must take precautionary measures to reduce our
risk for an outbreak in Hawaii,” said Health Director Dr. Virginia Pressler. “There are several
simple steps that we can take as a community to accomplish this, such as getting rid of standing
water around our homes to reduce mosquito breeding sites and using repellant or protective
clothing to prevent mosquito bites. It is crucial that we keep these practices top-of-mind as we
prepare for travel in and out of the state, especially to areas that may be affected by Zika and
other mosquito-borne illnesses.”
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends special precautions for women
who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Pregnant women should not travel to areas with
Zika. If travel cannot be avoided, women should consult with their healthcare providers first and
vigilantly follow steps to protect themselves from mosquitoes.
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http://health.hawaii.gov/news/files/...-the-State.pdf
D A V I D Y . I G E
G O V E R N O R
V I R G I N I A P R E S S L E R , M D
D I R E C T O R
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 21, 2016 16-017
HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CONFIRMS ANOTHER CASE
OF TRAVEL-RELATED ZIKA IN THE STATE
HONOLULU – The Hawaii State Department of Health (DOH) is investigating another imported
case of Zika virus in Hawaii. This is the second case of Zika to be confirmed this year by the
department’s State Laboratories Division. The Kauai resident has a history of recent travel to
Latin America and may still be infectious. The individual has been advised to keep indoors and
stay protected from mosquitoes. No additional information will be made available about this
case to respect the privacy of the individual.
A Vector Control team will visit the individual’s residence to survey the area for mosquitoes and
determine if there is a need to treat the area to reduce any mosquito breeding sites. DOH is
coordinating closely with its county partners to assure a targeted and efficient response.
“As Zika continues to spread in multiple regions across the world, we anticipate that we will
experience an increase in imported cases and must take precautionary measures to reduce our
risk for an outbreak in Hawaii,” said Health Director Dr. Virginia Pressler. “There are several
simple steps that we can take as a community to accomplish this, such as getting rid of standing
water around our homes to reduce mosquito breeding sites and using repellant or protective
clothing to prevent mosquito bites. It is crucial that we keep these practices top-of-mind as we
prepare for travel in and out of the state, especially to areas that may be affected by Zika and
other mosquito-borne illnesses.”
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends special precautions for women
who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Pregnant women should not travel to areas with
Zika. If travel cannot be avoided, women should consult with their healthcare providers first and
vigilantly follow steps to protect themselves from mosquitoes.
...
http://health.hawaii.gov/news/files/...-the-State.pdf