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Breakbone Fever Reaches Florida: Local Dengue Transmission Returns After 15 Years
health7 days ago

Breakbone Fever Reaches Florida: Local Dengue Transmission Returns After 15 Years

Florida is seeing local transmission of dengue fever for the first time in about 15 years, with 10 locally acquired cases this year (eight in Hillsborough County and two in Pinellas County). Dengue is mosquito-borne and not native to Florida; most cases come from travelers who bring the virus, after which local mosquitoes can spread it. Symptoms can include fever, rash and body aches; treatment is supportive. The CDC recommends protecting against bites with long sleeves/pants and insect repellents containing DEET, picaridin, lemon eucalyptus, or para-menthane-diol to prevent infection.

via AOL.com|
#cdc#dengue-fever#florida
Five mosquito-borne threats you’re most likely to encounter in the U.S.
wellbeing2 months ago

Five mosquito-borne threats you’re most likely to encounter in the U.S.

The Washington Post’s Well+Being piece identifies the five mosquito-borne diseases most likely to be contracted in the United States—West Nile virus, dengue fever, chikungunya, Zika virus, and eastern equine encephalitis. Most infections cause mild or no symptoms, but some can lead to serious complications, especially in vulnerable people. Climate change may extend mosquito seasons, and travelers can inadvertently spread infections. Preventive steps include using insect repellent, keeping screens intact, and eliminating standing water around homes.

via The Washington Post|
#chikungunya#dengue-fever#eastern-equine-encephalitis
Five Summer Moves to Deter Mosquito Bites, According to Experts
wellbeinghealth3 months ago

Five Summer Moves to Deter Mosquito Bites, According to Experts

Experts say you can’t completely avoid mosquitos, but you can cut bites with five summer strategies: remove standing water around your home to curb breeding, use proven repellents (such as DEET, picaridin, or IR3535), wear protective clothing, keep doors and windows sealed with screens, and maintain landscaping to reduce mosquito habitats. The piece notes mosquitos can spread diseases like dengue and West Nile virus, and that climate change is expanding mosquito ranges and seasons in the U.S.

via The Washington Post|
#climate-change#dengue-fever#mosquito-bite-prevention
CDC warns travelers of dengue risk in 16 countries
health5 months ago

CDC warns travelers of dengue risk in 16 countries

The CDC updated a Level 1 travel advisory to warn travelers about dengue in 16 countries, urging precautions like long sleeves, insect repellent and sleeping in screened rooms; dengue can rapidly worsen and cause severe symptoms such as brain bleeding, and there is no vaccine for travelers; most US cases come from international travel, with outbreaks recurring every few years.

via New York Post|
#cdc#dengue#dengue-fever
Brazil deploys Wolbachia and vaccines to combat dengue
health11 months ago

Brazil deploys Wolbachia and vaccines to combat dengue

The article discusses how the bacterium Wolbachia, naturally found in many insects, can be used to reduce the spread of dengue fever and other tropical diseases by making mosquitoes less capable of transmitting viruses. Trials in Indonesia, Australia, Brazil, and Colombia show significant reductions in disease incidence, and the method is self-sustaining and non-GMO. Challenges for scaling include public acceptance, funding, and logistical issues, but the potential to protect millions makes it a promising solution.

via Our World in Data|
#dengue-fever#health#mosquito-control
Tampa Bay Reports Fifth Dengue Fever Case
health1 year ago

Tampa Bay Reports Fifth Dengue Fever Case

The Florida Department of Health has confirmed a fifth human case of Dengue Fever in Hillsborough County, prompting continued mosquito-borne illness alerts and aerial spraying efforts. Residents are advised to use insect repellent and eliminate standing water to prevent mosquito bites. The disease, while sometimes painful, is rarely fatal. The DOH is also monitoring other mosquito-borne illnesses across the state.

via WFLA|
#dengue-fever#florida#health
Climate Change Drives Global Surge in Dengue Fever Cases
health1 year ago

Climate Change Drives Global Surge in Dengue Fever Cases

A new study links climate change to the global rise in dengue fever cases, with 2024 seeing over 12 million cases reported worldwide. The research suggests that warming temperatures, driven by human activity, have expanded the habitats of dengue-carrying mosquitoes, increasing disease incidence by 20% in some regions. The study highlights the need for climate action and public health measures to mitigate the spread of dengue, as projections indicate a potential 60% rise in cases by mid-century if current warming trends continue.

via NPR|
#climate-change#dengue-fever#global-warming