As COVID-19 cases begin to rise again in Hawaii, health officials are calling on the public to remain vigilant to prevent further spread of the virus. The resurgence has prompted a renewed emphasis on caution among residents and visitors alike.

New York State health officials have confirmed the first case of a new mpox strain, clade Ib, in an individual recently returned from Africa. While the public risk remains low, authorities emphasize the importance of vaccination and prevention.