Florida’s dengue outbreak reportedly largest US has seen in decades
Summary
Florida is experiencing a dengue fever outbreak, with 252 confirmed cases this year. This is the largest number of dengue cases reported in the continental United States in many years.Key Facts
- Dengue fever is spread by mosquito bites from infected mosquitoes.
- The current outbreak in Florida has reached 252 reported cases in 2024.
- This is the highest number of dengue cases seen in the continental U.S. in decades.
- Dengue fever is rarely deadly but can cause illness in those infected.
- Health officials are monitoring the situation to control the outbreak.
- Florida’s warm climate creates favorable conditions for mosquitoes that carry dengue.
- Preventive measures include avoiding mosquito bites and reducing standing water where mosquitoes breed.
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