DOH-Duval Issues Mosquito-Borne Illness Advisory
The Florida Department of Health in Duval County (DOH-Duval) is advising residents there has been an increase in mosquito-borne disease activity in areas of Duval County. Several sentinel chickens have tested positive for West Nile virus infection. DOH-Duval and Jacksonville Mosquito Control are coordinating surveillance and prevention efforts.
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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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