Avian influenza caused the death of an endangered Hawaiian duck on Kauai, with authorities stepping up monitoring and urging public caution and reporting of sick or dead birds.

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health will vacate its Kinau Hale headquarters after asbestos was found in parts of the four‑story building, rendering sections uninhabitable. Officials and lawmakers now face decisions about repair, relocation and costs.

The Maui Beach Ballroom was shut down by Hawai‘i's DOH due to a severe cockroach infestation found during an inspection. Operations are halted until the issue is resolved and a follow-up inspection confirms cleanliness.

Hawaiʻi enhances mental health services with a new framework for peer support, developed by a working group, to formalize roles, training, and career paths for individuals with lived experience.

The CDC's Acting Director revised the Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule, cutting back vaccines recommended for U.S. children, against the AAP's stance.

Med‑QUEST parents can receive a $50 prepaid card per child after a provider‑certified well‑child visit through a state pilot. Cards are mailed within 4–6 weeks after submission.

David Hope was promoted from interim to president of Queen’s University Medical Group. He’ll oversee 700+ providers and help coordinate clinical care and medical training.

Hale Kipa was named an inaugural grantee of the Decolonizing Wealth Project’s Youth Mental Health Fund, tapping into a $5.07M pool to expand culturally grounded care across Hawaiʻi.

Hawaii's DOH warns of a ReBoost Nasal Spray recall due to potential yeast/mold and microbial contamination. Customers are advised to stop using it and seek refunds.

Waikiki Elementary closed Friday after discolored water was discovered on campus. DOE and the Board of Water Supply are flushing lines and testing before students return.

American Nuts voluntarily recalled 20‑oz macadamia nuts sold at Costco Hawaii Kai over possible Salmonella contamination. Customers who bought lot 307HMNC25L3 are urged to return the bags.

GFL Tea LLC's Sun Tea Mix in Honolulu faced a $2,000 fine by the Hawaiʻi Department of Health for removing a required health inspection placard from their premises.

The ACIP has decided not to automatically recommend the hepatitis B vaccine for newborns, a move opposed by the WCHA and other health organizations due to potential public health setbacks.