This is a COVID-19 informational update for Monday, July 13th
This is a COVID-19 informational update for Monday, July 13th.
On today’s update of COVID-19, the number of active cases, monitored by the Department of Health, is eight. Of this, two are new cases and identified as travel related. An active case is defined as an individual who has tested positive for the Coronavirus and is presently monitored by the Department of Health.
It is so important that in traveling to the mainland, or hosting someone from the mainland, that you exercise caution. Know that the conditions in most of the mainland states continue to see a high rate of increases of people being infected by the virus.
In moving forward, know that the Coronavirus threat for Hawaii remains and we need to follow preventive policies of face coverings, distancing, gatherings and cleanliness. As a reminder wearing of face coverings is mandatory on Hawaii Island.
For your information, a drive up testing is scheduled today in North Kona at the Keauhou Shopping Center. Hours are from 9:00 this morning ‘til 12:00 noon. Thank you Alii Health for providing this service and the Hawaii National Guard and County Task Force for helping.
