AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFood Safety: Hawai‘i DOH shut down Black Rock Pizza in Kailua-Kona after a rodent infestation and unsanitary conditions, citing rodent feces on food-contact surfaces, improper food storage, blocked handwashing sink, and poor facility cleaning. Infectious Disease Watch: A parasite outbreak tied to contaminated produce (cyclospora) is sickening people across the U.S.; health officials say it’s treatable with antibiotics and offer practical steps to reduce risk while still enjoying summer produce. Vector-Borne Alerts: West Nile virus is at a 22-year high for this time of year, with CDC urging mosquito precautions as cases rise across multiple states. Local Health & Safety: A hiker was airlifted after injuring a lower leg on the Crouching Lion trail in Kaaawa, highlighting the importance of trail choice and hydration. Policy & Care Access: Gov. Green signed bills to expand access to healthcare and relieve medical debt, and Hawai‘i also expanded coverage for colorectal cancer screenings. Health Legal Update: HPD says medical marijuana permit holders will no longer be automatically disqualified from firearm possession, based on a recent court ruling.
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