AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPublic Health: Hawaiʻi DOH says flu is rising, with 20.3% of respiratory specimens testing positive for influenza in the week of Sept. 23–30, while COVID-19 cases are starting to decrease; DOH urges vaccines and staying home when sick. Safe Sleep: DOH also launched updated messaging and community events for Safe Sleep Awareness Month, emphasizing “Back to Sleep” and firm, flat sleep surfaces. Disaster Prep Tech: A Maui company filed a provisional patent for the AI-driven Hawaiian Emergency Link Portal (HELP), aimed at connecting residents and responders with verified local disaster and recovery resources. Biosecurity Jobs: Hawaiʻi’s Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity is launching a Biosecurity Academy with up to 20 students starting in November to train future inspectors. Local Safety: Honolulu police arrested a man after a downtown early-morning terroristic threatening incident. Community & Recovery: The next Lahaina Community Meeting is set for Oct. 7, with updates on the King Kamehameha III School rebuild and recovery programs. Sports: San José State beat Hawaiʻi 20-16 in the Dick Tomey Legacy game.
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