This is a COVID-19 informational update for Saturday, March 27th.
Community testing for today, Saturday, three district tests are scheduled. One in Hilo at the Afook-Chinen Auditorium from 8 ‘til 12 this morning. One in North Kona at the West Hawaii Civic Center from 9 this morning until 1 this afternoon and one in Puna at Keaau High School from 1 until 5 this afternoon.
Department of Health is monitoring 101 active covid-19 cases in Hawaii County. New cases are being detected within our community and it is important that we continue following the preventive policies of face coverings, distancing, and limiting gathering sizes to no more than 10 people indoors and 25 people outdoors. Please accept this kuleana to help reduce the spread of the virus. Mahalo for your Kokua
The Department of Health has announced beginning Monday, March 29 persons age 60 and older will be eligible for vaccination. If you have questions regarding vaccine availability for your age group, please contact the Department of Health at (808) 300-1120. You can also visit the Civil Defense website for a list of all clinics and pharmacies providing vaccinations.