Examining Environmental Drivers of Ciguatera Poisoning in O'ahu, Hawai'i

Key Points

• Ciguatera poisoning significantly impacts public health in Hawai'i, affecting communities dependent on fish consumption.
• Key environmental factors linked to ciguatera included seawater temperature and algal blooms, with warmer waters possibly increasing risks.
• This observational study analyzed patterns of ciguatera incidents alongside environmental data collected over several years.
• Findings suggest that increased awareness and monitoring of environmental conditions could help reduce ciguatera poisoning risks.

Abstract