Eighth case of locally-acquired malaria reported in Florida outbreak

This is the first time malaria has been acquired in the US in 20 years, causing a public health emergency.
The cases have occurred in Florida and Texas and are caused by a parasite that can lie dormant and cause chronic infections.
Health officials are taking measures to control mosquitoes and prevent further spread.
The disease was likely brought by a tourist with a mild case and is now being spread locally by mosquitoes.
There have been over 2,000 malaria cases in the US this year, but usually among travelers, unlike this outbreak.