Maui County's most rural communities got more bad news Friday morning when Mayor Michael Victorino announced Hana's first COVID-19 case. In a news release, Victorino said, “The County of Maui was notified early this morning that a test result has returned positive for a female resident of Hana. This individual is in self isolation and has some travel history. The Hawaii … [Read more...] about First Hana Maui COVID-19 Case Reported
Maui Memorial Quickly Pivots to Address Health Workers’ Mask Concerns
Across the country, medical personnel have expressed alarm at the lack of personal protective equipment (PPE) – masks, googles, gowns – available to them as hospitals struggle to conserve scarce supplies in the face of skyrocketing COVID-19 cases. A similar situation came to a head here last week when a number of health workers told MauiTime about their frustration … [Read more...] about Maui Memorial Quickly Pivots to Address Health Workers’ Mask Concerns
Molokai Man Tests Positive for COVID-19
A Molokai man who is currently hospitalized on Oahu has tested positive for COVID-19, Mayor Michael Victorino said late Thursday afternoon. ""The County of Maui has been notified that a test result for a Molokai resident has returned positive," Victorino said. "The adult male had a history of travel to Las Vegas and was airlifted to Oahu for further care. The Hawai'i … [Read more...] about Molokai Man Tests Positive for COVID-19
Maui: If You’ve Got Masks; Wear ‘Em
The days of masks only being required for sick people or medical workers vanished abruptly Wednesday, as Mayor Michael Victorino told Maui residents "to wear a mask as much as possible, if you have it available." His suggestion follows a stream of revised health guidelines across the country this week that urged everyone to wear masks, even if they have to make their own. "If … [Read more...] about Maui: If You’ve Got Masks; Wear ‘Em
County Help Program Now Taking Applications
Some $2 million dollars is now available through the Hawai'i Emergency Laulima Partnership to help qualified residents impacted by the COVID-19 crisis, the mayor announced at a news conference Wednesday, along with details on how to file for assistance. Debbie Cabebe, executive director of Maui Economic Opportunity said residents who have been laid off or who have experienced … [Read more...] about County Help Program Now Taking Applications