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State of Hawaiʻi confirms mumps case on the Big Island
October 7, 2025 · 4:43 PM EDT
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health confirmed a case of mumps, a contagious viral infection that primarily affects the salivary glands, causing painful swelling and inflammation, in a person on the Big Island.
The state is reporting that the infection is a community-acquired case and not travel-related, suggesting that mumps may be circulating on the island. The state Health Department is closely monitoring suspected cases to prevent further spread.
The confirmed infected person attended an event between 4:30 and 6 p.m. Sept. 25 at Harold H. Higashihara Park in Kailua-Kona.
State health officials advise anyone who attended this event to contact the Hawaiʻi Department of Health for guidance...
State of Hawaiʻi confirms mumps case on the Big Island
October 7, 2025 · 4:43 PM EDT
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health confirmed a case of mumps, a contagious viral infection that primarily affects the salivary glands, causing painful swelling and inflammation, in a person on the Big Island.
The state is reporting that the infection is a community-acquired case and not travel-related, suggesting that mumps may be circulating on the island. The state Health Department is closely monitoring suspected cases to prevent further spread.
The confirmed infected person attended an event between 4:30 and 6 p.m. Sept. 25 at Harold H. Higashihara Park in Kailua-Kona.
State health officials advise anyone who attended this event to contact the Hawaiʻi Department of Health for guidance...