Hawaii DOH confirmed a second dengue case on Maui this year, linked to travel in the Pacific Islands. Officials say local transmission risk is low but have deployed mosquito control teams to the undisclosed affected area.
- Hawaii has now confirmed 10 travel-related dengue cases statewide in 2026, with 2 occurring on Maui.
- All cases this year were acquired during travel abroad — dengue is not locally established in Hawaii.
- DOH has deployed mosquito control teams and is urging residents and property owners to eliminate standing water to reduce mosquito breeding.
- Dengue symptoms include fever, rash, nausea, and body aches; anyone returning from affected regions should seek medical attention if symptoms appear within two weeks.
- Guests traveling from dengue-active regions such as Costa Rica, Malaysia, or Micronesia should be aware of the risk before arrival.
Source: Yahoo
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