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DOH-Duval Issues Mosquito-Borne Illness Alert

DOH-Duval reminds the community to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes by taking these basic precautions.

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DOH-Duval Lifts Blue-Green Algae Health Alert for Ortega River - Seminole Park

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The Florida Department of Health in Duval County (DOH-Duval) has lifted the health alert issued on August 27, 2024, for harmful blue-green algae toxins in the Ortega River – Seminole Park. Follow-up water samples taken by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) did not detect algae toxins, indicating the public may resume water-related activities.

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Hepatitis A—remember to always wash your hands.

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Mosquitoes can spread illness. Protect yourself.

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Mosquito-borne diseases can be spread through the bite of mosquitoes. These diseases may be caused by a virus, also known as arboviruses, or can be caused by parasites. Several of the mosquito species found in Florida are capable of transmitting diseases to humans, horses, and other animals. Symptoms of these illnesses can range from mild to very severe.

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