Florida Reports Increase in Locally Acquired Dengue Fever Cases

Ten cases of locally acquired dengue fever have been reported in Florida so far this year, with the latest cases in Broward and Miami-Dade counties.
The cases are believed to be transmitted by infected mosquitoes and linked to outbreaks in endemic countries like Cuba.
Health officials have issued alerts and warned of potential spread as dengue poses greater risk to vulnerable populations.
Dengue causes symptoms like high fever, rash, headache, nausea and can lead to dangerous complications.
Experts say the spike in mosquito-borne illnesses in Florida is driven by climate change, urbanization and increased mobility.