Get the Facts about Rat Lungworm Disease

Posted on Apr 28, 2017 in slider

Angiostrongyliasis, also known as rat lungworm (RLW) disease, has been in the news lately. There has been a recent “spike” in both confirmed and probable cases on the island of Hawaii and on Maui so far in 2017. While not officially declared an “epidemic” by the Hawaii Department of Health (HDOH), the relative severity of the disease has alarmed many people throughout the State of Hawaii. Partners at DOH, the University of Hawaii, and the CDC have produced relevant information at the links below to ensure that you have the appropriate facts to determine your own risk factors and how to reduce any exposure to RLW for you and your family. Please feel free to click on any or all of the links below to learn more about RLW disease and how to prevent exposure to yourself or others.