Hawaii Department of Health
Coverage of Hawaii Department of Health in the Nexus archive.
- Three Waikiki eateries reopen after health closures, one still shut
The Hawaii Department of Health has reopened three of four recently closed Waikiki food establishments due to sanitation violations; one location remains closed.
- MorningStar recalls nuggets, sausage patties for plastic
MorningStar Farms is recalling Buffalo Chik'n Nuggets and Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties due to potential plastic contamination. The Hawaii Department of Health has issued an alert to residents about the recall.
- Hawaii DOH recalls MorningStar Farms products over plastic risk
The Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) has issued a recall for specific MorningStar Farms products, including Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets and Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties, due to potential plastic contamination. Residents are advised to check if they have these items and avoid consumption.
- DOH reports Oahu visitor had travel-related case of dengue fever
The Hawaii Department of Health reported a travel-related dengue fever case involving a visitor to Oahu. The case is linked to travel and does not appear to involve local transmission.
- Nara Organics Infant Formula recalled due to Botulism risk
The Hawaii Department of Health has announced a recall of all Nara Organics powdered infant formula due to potential Clostridium botulinum contamination. The recall is linked to a risk of botulism, a serious illness caused by the bacteria.
- Dangerous water warnings hit trendy vacation spot after powerful storm pounds area
Hawaii health officials have issued brown water advisories across multiple islands due to contamination from a Kona Low storm and lingering wet conditions. The advisories warn of risks like E. coli and salmonella exposure, urging swimmers to avoid murky coastal waters during the spring travel season.