Our region has seen a substantial increase in COVID-19 cases, specifically related to the highly contagious delta variant. This rise in cases happened quickly and we all need to do our part to limit additional spread of the virus. Dr. Jen Lankowicz, Chief Clinical Officer at SJHS, discusses the increasing case volume and explains what you can do to help stop the spread. To schedule your appointment for a vaccine, visit ourshot.in.gov. | Saint Joseph Health System

Dr. Libby Char, Health Department director, said that 80% of the cases in Hawaii are of the delta variant. She said that those who are infected with this mutation have about 1,000 to 1,200 times as much virus in them compared to the original strain. This means that people are getting sicker much faster. Read more: https://buff.ly/3g4ehJM #HINews #HNN | Hawaii News Now