"Dengue Fever Spreads in Florida: Risks and Precautions"

Eleven cases of dengue virus have been confirmed in Florida, with one case being locally acquired. Dengue fever, also known as "break-bone fever," is a mosquito-borne illness that affects millions of people worldwide. Symptoms range from mild to severe, with severe cases requiring hospital care. Common symptoms include fever, nausea, vomiting, rash, and body aches. Warning signs of severe dengue include belly pain, bleeding, and fatigue. There is no specific treatment for dengue fever, but symptoms can be managed with pain medication. The best prevention is to avoid mosquito bites by using insect repellent, wearing protective clothing, and eliminating standing water where mosquitoes breed.