Malaria Outbreak in Florida Raises Concerns

Six cases of locally acquired malaria were reported in Sarasota County, Florida, in May and June, with an additional case reported in far southwestern Texas. These cases are extremely rare in the U.S., and health officials have issued advisories and implemented mosquito control measures. The type of mosquitoes that carry malaria are present in much of the U.S., but climate change may cause them to move to new areas. So far, the cases have not spread further, and health departments are working to stop transmissions.