Florida Leads U.S. in Reported Dengue Cases Amid County Surges

Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, September 25, 2026 —

Florida has recorded the highest number of dengue cases in the United States, with a total of 392 cases reported. This figure represents an increase in the number of infections observed in the state.

Among the counties, Hillsborough County is experiencing the most significant number of reported dengue cases, totaling 177. Miami-Dade County follows as the second-highest, with 132 reported cases.

The summary provided does not specify the timeframe over which these cases were reported, nor does it detail the contributing factors or causes for this increase. Information regarding the origin of these cases, such as whether they were locally transmitted or imported, was not included in the summary. Details about specific public health responses, preventative measures being implemented, or any further actions being taken by state or local health departments were also not provided.

The contractor responsible for any related public health initiatives was not identified in the provided information. Furthermore, details concerning the exact dates or period during which these case counts were compiled are absent. The summary also does not contain information on specific testing protocols, confirmation procedures for dengue diagnoses, or any data on the severity of illness among affected individuals.

As of the information available, the total number of dengue cases across the U.S., beyond Florida’s reported 392, is not specified. The summary focuses solely on the situation within Florida and its most affected counties. Further details, such as the mosquito species involved or broader epidemiological trends, are not available within the provided data.

Story summarized from the original created by Isabella Fernandez de Cueto on wsvn.com, see more information here.

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