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(Monkeypox, Disease Outbreak Control Division - Monkeypox) Mpox (Monkeypox) is a contagious disease caused by the mpox virus. There is currently an outbreak of mpox in the U.S. and other countries where the virus is not usually seen. The current mpox situation is evolving quickly and is subject to change. Visit the website for data, vaccination sites, and more information. Mpox (Monkeypox) risk in Hawaii: Department of Health (DOH) is closely monitoring mpox transmission in the United States and Hawaii. Based on the current information available, the risk to most Hawaiʻi residents remains low. Anyone who had direct skin to skin or prolonged close contact with someone with mpox is at risk of infection— regardless of who they are, what they do, or if they are sexually active. Infection begins with flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle aches, chills, exhaustion, and swollen lymph nodes. Infection progresses to a rash or sores, often on the hands, feet, chest, face, or genitals. Individuals generally become ill within 21 days of exposure. People may have all of the symptoms or only a few. A person with mpox is infectious when symptoms start to when the rash has fully healed and a new layer of skin has formed. Mpox typically lasts 2-4 weeks. People who do not have mpox symptoms cannot spread the virus to others. Many of the same measures that have protected us in the last two years with the COVID-19 pandemic also prevent spread of other diseases, including mpox. This includes staying home if you’re sick, washing your hands, and limiting close personal contact with people who have symptoms of mpox. Visit the website listed for additional information and fact sheets. What should I do if I think I have Mpox (Monkeypox)? Individuals who have symptoms consistent with mpox should contact their healthcare provider. Make sure to call ahead and mention that you may have been exposed to mpox. Healthcare providers will work the DOH to to arrange testing and vaccination if appropriate for close contacts to a mpox case. Members of the public should email Department of Health (DOH) and contact your healthcare provider. Please include your name and phone number in the email. Mpox treatment information from the CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/mpox/clinicians/treatment.html DOH is arranging statewide vaccine distribution and administration. DOH will announce when the vaccine becomes more widely available.

Provides information about the seasonal influenza clinics held at schools and the required consent forms.

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Inspects and certifies imported and exported horticultural materials, non-domestic animals. Issues permit for import and export of these subjects.

Conducts surveillance and investigation of communicable diseases (other than tuberculosis, Hansen's Disease, and sexually transmitted diseases). Implements control measures necessary to decrease and prevent infectious disease, including provision of vaccines to health care providers. Provides information to the public about infectious diseases and immunizations. Provides patient referral letters for a free (STDs) chlamydia, gonorrhea or syphilis test.

Inspects and certifies imported and exported horticultural materials, non-domestic animals. Issues permit for import and export of these subjects.

Conducts investigations of individual cases of communicable disease control and disease outbreaks.

Offers programs to prevent and control communicable diseases. Under the Disease Outbreak Control Division is the Disease Investigation Branch, Immunizations Branch and the Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Branch. After Hours (Physician’s Exchange): (808) 600-3625 or call Toll Free 1-800-360-2575

Conducts surveillance and investigation of communicable diseases (other than tuberculosis, Hansen's Disease). Implements control measures necessary to decrease and prevent infectious disease. Provides information to the public about infectious diseases, travel information, immunization and general information on vaccination for childhood diseases. Also provides a patient referral letter for a free (STDs) chlamydia, gonorrhea or syphilis test.

(Centers for Disease Control - Monkeypox) Information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about Mpox (Monkeypox). Information includes the National Vaccine Strategy Fact Sheet, 2022 US and global map and case count, signs and symptoms, information on how mpox spreads, prevention information, vaccines, treatment, etc.

Inspects and certifies imported and exported horticultural materials, non-domestic animals. Issues permit for import and export of these subjects.

Inspects and certifies imported and exported horticultural materials, non-domestic animals. Issues permit for import and export of these subjects.

Conducts surveillance and investigation of communicable diseases (other than tuberculosis and Hansen's Disease). Implements control measures necessary to decrease and prevent infectious disease. Provides information to the public about infectious diseases, travel information and immunizations. Information on food and fish (ciguatera) poisoning.

Inspects and certifies imported and exported horticultural materials, non-domestic animals. Issues permit for import and export of these subjects.

(DOH Covid 19 Information) The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and environment for all people in Hawai‘i. For Isolation and Quarantine Programs for Neighbor Islands Hawaiʻi District-Eric Honda (808) 974-6006 Hilo, (808) 322-4880 Kona, (808) 887-8114  Waimea Maui District-Dr. Lorrin Pang (808) 984-8200   Kauaʻi District-Dr. Janet Berreman (808) 241-3495   https://health.hawaii.gov/prepare/files/2020/04/DOH_COVID-19_FAQs.pdf Direct link for General COVID-19 FAQs https://health.hawaii.gov/prepare/files/2020/12/DOH_COVID-19_FAQs_VACCINES.pdf DOH Covid-19 FAQs https://hawaiicovid19.com/vaccine/ To locate your nearest vaccination site https://hawaiicovid19.com/testing-isolation-quarantine/ To locate your nearest COVID-19 testing site https://health.hawaii.gov/coronavirusdisease2019/resources/school-guidance/ For COVID-19 Guidance for Schools provided by the DOH https://health.hawaii.gov/docd/disease-types/respiratory-viruses/ For COVID-19 Guidance in the workplace provided by the DOH https://health.hawaii.gov/coronavirusdisease2019/files/2021/08/Home-Isolation-and-Quarantine-Guidance.pdf DOH Home Isolation and Quarantine Guidance For those wishing to report isolation and quarantine violations Honolulu County (808) 529-3111 Maui County (808) 244-6400 Hawaii County (808) 935-3311 Kauai County (808) 241-1800 or for after hours calls (808) 241-1711 You can also submit a quarantine violation form for Kauai County https://kauaigov.seamlessdocs.com/f/covidvio Employees wishing to report their employers for COVID-19 DOH guideline violations can lodge a complaint with the Department of Labor Reporting Line (808) 586-9092

Provides care coordination to target populations. Participates with communities to problem-solve health issues. Provides education in women and child health, chronic diseases, etc. Facilitates access to health care. Conducts screening tests and source/contact investigations on tuberculosis (TB) cases. Provides health services in public schools, consultation services to private schools, day care, and residential care homes.

Provides a comprehensive recreational program in the community. Facilities include a multi-purpose building and a field. There are three program periods throughout the year: Fall, spring and summer. Activities are geared for all ages, including classes in arts and crafts, Hawaiiana, games and sports, music, seasonal activities and crafts, and excursions. Also provides a therapeutic program for the visually impaired and care home providers. A list of activities, registration dates, and program period information is published in the Midweek prior to registration. Also accepts birds that the public drop off for West Nile testing.

Provides care coordination to target populations. Participates with communities to problem-solve health issues. Provides education in women and child health, chronic diseases, etc. Facilitates access to health care. Conducts screening tests and source/contact investigations on tuberculosis (TB) cases. Provides health services in public schools, consultation services to private schools, day care, and residential care homes.

Provides a comprehensive recreational program in the community. Facilities include a multi-purpose building, a gymnasium, a swimming pool, and a field. There are three program periods throughout the year: fall, spring, and summer. Activities are geared for all ages, including classes in arts and crafts, Hawaiiana, games and sports, music and dance, seasonal activities and crafts, excursions and swimming. A list of activities, registration dates, and program period information is published in the Midweek prior to registration. Also accepts birds that are dropped off for West Nile testing.

Prevents and suppresses outbreaks of vector-borne diseases and serious vector nuisances through inspections, surveillance, monitoring, enforcement, consultation and education in the control of harmful vermin such as insects that bite or are a public nuisance such as ants, sand flies, and other insects. Also gives public advice on small animals and insects causing a problem in or near a home or building such as mice, roaches, flies, gnats, mites, rats, and nesting birds. Offers information and advice to individuals experiencing pest problems. Accepts birds that the public drops off for West Nile testing. They no longer spray for mosquitos.

Prevents and suppresses outbreaks of vector-borne diseases and serious vector nuisances through inspections, surveillance, monitoring, enforcement, consultation and education in the control of harmful vermin such as insects that bite or are a public nuisance such as ants, sand flies, and other insects. Also gives public advice on small animals and insects causing a problem in or near a home or building such as mice, roaches, flies, gnats, mites, rats, and nesting birds. Offers information and advice to individuals experiencing pest problems. Accepts birds that the public drops off for West Nile testing. They no longer spray for mosquitos.

Provides care coordination to target populations. Participates with communities to problem-solve health issues. Provides education in women and child health, chronic diseases, etc. Facilitates access to health care. Conducts screening tests and source/contact investigations on tuberculosis (TB) cases. Provides health services in public schools, consultation to private schools, day care, and residential care homes. Does not provide dental care.

Prevents and suppresses outbreaks of vector-borne diseases and serious vector nuisances through inspections, surveillance, monitoring, enforcement, consultation and education in the control of harmful vermin such as insects that bite or are a public nuisance such as ants, sand flies, and other insects. Also gives public advice on small animals and insects causing a problem in or near a home or building such as mice, roaches, flies, gnats, mites, rats, and nesting birds. Offers information and advice to individuals experiencing pest problems. Accepts birds that the public drops off for West Nile testing. They no longer spray for mosquitos.

Provides care coordination to target populations. Participates with communities to problem-solve health issues. Provides education in women's and child health, chronic diseases, etc. Facilitates access to health care. Conducts screening tests and source/contact investigations on tuberculosis cases and other communicable diseases. Provides health services in public schools, consultation services to private schools, day care, and residential care homes.

Provides care coordination to target populations. Participates with communities to problem-solve health issues. Provides education in women and child health, chronic diseases, etc. Facilitates access to health care. Conducts screening tests and source/contact investigations on tuberculosis (TB) cases. Provides health services in public schools, consultation services to private schools, day care, and residential care homes.