Department of Health: Decline in COVID-19 Cases Seen as a Positive Indication Measures are WorkingAfter nearly six weeks of elevated numbers of positive COVID-19 cases, Hawai‘i is beginning to turn the corner and regain control of the spread of the disease on all islands.On July 29, DOH reported the number of cases had exceeded 100 for the first time.
By early August, the daily number exceeded 200. The case numbers this week appear to be declining with 169 new cases reported today.
The seven-day positive case rate is currently 3.3%.“This didn’t happen by accident or wishful thinking; it has been a collaborative effort.