Florida confirms death from dengue fever as state battles outbreak

Florida health officials confirmed one death related to dengue fever on Friday as the state deals with one of the worst outbreaks related to the viral illness.

Florida confirms death from dengue fever as state battles outbreak

TL;DR

  • One death related to dengue fever has been confirmed in Florida.
  • The death occurred in Hillsborough County.
  • Hillsborough County has reported over 130 locally acquired dengue cases this year.
  • No specific details about the deceased were provided by health officials.