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Turning point reached in battle against dengue

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State Health Director Dr. Virginia Pressler spoke about dengue fever at a news conference Wednesday. “This is just the beginning of a new phase, for we need to be prepared every day for a new mosquito-borne disease outbreak,” Pressler said. Behind her are Gov. David Ige, left, and Darryl Oliveira, administrator of the Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.

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“We need to continue vigilance on everyone’s part. We’re always at risk,” said Darryl Oliveira, administrator of the Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.

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