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TAMPA, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County (DOH-Hillsborough) has confirmed a locally-acquired case of dengue fever, a mosquito-borne illness. In response, DOH-Hillsborough and Hillsborough County Mosquito Control are working together to control the spread of the virus through surveillance and prevention efforts, including aerial spraying. Residents are urged to take precautions against mosquito bites by: Draining standing water around their homes and yards to eliminate mosquito breeding sites.Covering skin with clothing or repellent.Using screens on doors and window…

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