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‘Breakbone fever’ common in tropical countries is spreading in Florida

Dengue fever, known as 'breakbone fever', is spreading in Florida, with locally-acquired cases confirmed in multiple counties.

By · Published August 28, 2026 at 16:28 UTC · Updated August 28, 2026 at 17:24 UTC

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What is dengue fever?

Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne illness that causes high fever, severe headaches, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, and rash.

How is dengue fever transmitted?

Dengue fever is transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes, primarily the Aedes aegypti mosquito.

What are the symptoms of dengue fever?

Symptoms of dengue fever include high fever, severe headaches, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, and rash.

Where it stands

The number of locally-acquired dengue fever cases in Florida is rising. Dengue fever, also known as 'breakbone fever', is a mosquito-borne illness common in tropical countries. It causes high fever, severe headaches, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, and rash.

The Florida Department of Health has confirmed cases in Pasco, Citrus, and Hillsborough counties. Health officials are encouraging residents to take safety measures to prevent mosquito bites and reduce mosquito breeding sites. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued guidelines for preventing dengue fever, including using insect repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants, and installing window screens.

The CDC also recommends eliminating standing water where mosquitoes can breed. The CDC and local health departments are monitoring the situation closely. The CDC has not yet issued a travel advisory for Florida.

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Dengue fever Florida Mosquito-borne illness Public health CDC Breakbone fever

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