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Dengue cases surge in Florida amid 'unlucky' mix of factors
Original: Why are dengue cases surging in Florida this year? An 'unlucky' combination of factors, experts say
Health experts say Florida is experiencing an unusual surge in dengue cases this year, driven by what they describe as an unlucky combination of factors, likely including climate conditions, mosquito populations and imported cases. Local transmission of the mosquito-borne virus in the state has prompted concern and questions about why the season is worse than usual.
Why now: People are concerned about an unusual spike in a tropical disease appearing locally in Florida this year.
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- Why are dengue cases surging in Florida this year? An 'unlucky' combination of factors, experts say · Live Science
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