The latest resources to help you navigate life after coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Find updates about data, testing information, vaccines and more.
Even as Hawaii distances itself from the harshest effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, anti-hunger advocates say that elevated food insecurity among residents has not only persisted but is growing. Read more
The state’s seven-day average of new COVID-19 cases, meanwhile, declined to 107 a day, down from 114 a day reported on April 26. Read more
Millions are expected to be left without insurance after getting a reprieve for the past three years during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
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All eyes are on omicron subvariant XBB.1.16 as the federal public health emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic expires on May 11. Read more
The state’s seven-day average of new COVID-19 cases was at 114 a day, down from 133 a day reported on April 19. Read more
Those who have not yet been vaccinated with the original, monovalent COVID vaccines can now get the updated bivalent one. Read more
Dr. Scott Miscovich of Premier Medical Group Hawaii joined the Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s “Spotlight Hawaii” livestream show today and answered viewer questions. Read more
Federal authorities have approved another COVID-19 booster for kupuna ages 65 and older, as well as for those who are immunocompromised. Read more
Pfizer and Moderna have pledged to offer the shots at no cost to those who lack insurance. Read more
U.S. regulators today cleared another booster dose of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for older Americans and people with weak immune systems. Read more
Many aspects of the special public health measures are ending but that doesn’t mean COVID is over. Read more
There’s still time to get some free tests before the May 11 change Read more
Sponsored by the Star-Advertiser and presented by Star Events, the second Career Expo of 2o23 will allow over 100 employers to connect with talented candidates seeking jobs in a variety of fields. Read more
Emerging data demonstrate that those who get the bivalent booster shot are better protected against hospitalization and death, especially among older individuals Read more
All COVID-19 metrics, including case counts and hospitalizations, are trending up again, according to the latest data from the state Department of Health. Read more
Federal regulators are expected to authorize the additional dose in the next few weeks. Read more
From April 15 to 28, community members who call the 808-768-CITY (2489) hotline will hear a pre-recorded message. Read more
Hawaii was one of the top-performing stats when it came to responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to study recently published in The Lancet. Read more
The state’s seven-day average of new COVID-19 cases, meanwhile, was reported at 122 a day, nearly double the 66 a day reported on March 22. Read more
Question: I am basically self- employed with my husband, and I keep getting alerts that I am missing out on a tax credit for paying employees during COVID-19. I think it’s a scam, but they look real and tax rules aren’t always logical. Are others getting these? Read more
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