#parasites
Researches find rat lungworm transmitted to humans by at least 13 species
Rat lungworm disease, which is found in Hawaiʻi, can be transmitted to humans by at least 13 species, according to new research.
VIDEO: Emaciated Humpback Whale Makes Premature Appearance, Tailed by Tiger Shark
In an untimely appearance, a humpback whale was spotted in Maui waters off the coast of Lahaina on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 25, 2016, ahead of the traditional whale season in Hawaiian waters.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ADVISES PUBLIC TO WASH PRODUCE THOROUGHLY
The Hawai`i State Department of Health (DOH) is advising the public to wash produce thoroughly to help prevent exposure to pesticides, bacteria, and parasites. The DOH identified six probable cases of illness caused by angiostongylus, or rat lung worm in 2008.  All individuals were residents of the island of Hawai`i and regularly ate fresh raw […]
