Texas Reports First Locally Transmitted Dengue Case of 2024

The case in Cameron County marks a record year for dengue in Texas, with the highest number of cases since 2002.

Texas has confirmed its first locally transmitted dengue fever case of the year in Cameron County, near the Mexico border.
The state has recorded 106 travel-associated dengue cases in 2024, the highest annual total since 2002, including one fatality.
Dengue fever, transmitted by mosquitoes, typically causes fever, aches, nausea, and rashes, though severe cases can be life-threatening.
The CDC has reported nearly 5,000 dengue cases nationwide this year, with a significant rise in locally acquired cases in Florida and California.
Health officials urge preventive measures like using insect repellents, wearing protective clothing, and eliminating standing water to reduce mosquito breeding.