Long Beach officials confirmed Wednesday the first case of the mosquito-borne dengue virus in a resident who has not traveled outside the United States.
The virus is usually associated with people who have traveled outside the country; however, city officials say the resident infected had no history of travel.Sign up for NBC LA newsletters.
City officials assured that the risk remains low, but steps are being taken to prevent further cases. “We are working closely with health officials to do everything we can to prevent more cases.” said Long Beach mayor Rex Richardson. Dengue is a disease that is spread by the bites of Aedes mosquitoes. Symptoms may last up to seven days. Symptoms may include the following:"We ask that everyone do their part by removing any standing water on their property to help us control the mosquitoes in our neighborhoods," Richardson said.
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