Brevard County 10-year-old survives dengue fever

The Florida Department of Health released new numbers on Dengue fever on August 30. Brevard County has 14 locally acquired cases, which is the most for any county.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. - Health officials say Brevard County has the highest number of locally acquired dengue fever cases in the state, with 14 confirmed infections as of Aug. 30.

Unlike typical cases, which are usually contracted overseas and brought back to the U.S., this year’s infections are occurring in residents who have not traveled outside the state or country.

What we know:

The Florida Department of Health released new numbers on dengue fever sickness on Aug. 30. Brevard County has 14 locally-acquired cases, which is the most for any county.

The cases are concern

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