Seminole County reports confirmed case of locally acquired dengue

The Florida Department of Health in Seminole County is issuing a mosquito-borne illness advisory after confirming a human case of dengue acquired locally.This is the first mosquito-borne illness advisory issued for Seminole County this year.The department, also known as DOH-Seminole, is coordinating with Seminole County Mosquito Control on surveillance, prevention and mosquito control efforts.Health officials are urging residents to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites and reduce the risk of mosquito-borne illnesses.The Florida Department of Health continues to monitor the state for mosquito-borne illnesses, including dengue, West Nile virus, Eastern equine encephalitis, St. Louis encephalitis, malaria and chikungunya.Residents are also encouraged to report dead birds through the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s website.Residents can help reduce their risk by taking precautions to prevent mosquito bites and limit mosquito breeding around their homes.Central Flori