The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LAC DPH) issued a health alert on September 9, 2024. This advisory shares information about a case of locally acquired dengue.
Key Messages
- A case of locally acquired dengue has been detected in a resident of Baldwin Park, Los Angeles County. It is the third case of locally acquired dengue in LA County and California.
- Although the risk of widespread dengue transmission in LA County remains low, these cases indicate the presence of infected mosquitoes locally and underscore the need for public education and preventive measures.
- Providers should consider dengue in any patient with acute febrile illness and consistent symptoms, regardless of travel history.
- Providers should report any suspected cases of locally acquired dengue to Public Health immediately by phone.
Read the full LAC DPH Health Alert: Locally Acquired Case of Dengue in Los Angeles County.