Fox News September 19, 2026 • 15:27

Tropical disease spread by mosquitoes claims first recorded death in southern US state - Fox News

Gay Small died on her 80th birthday from dengue after a mosquito bite near her Tampa home, the Florida Department of Health confirmed Friday.

Florida recorded its first confirmed dengue fever death of 2026 earlier this month, according to the Florida Department of Health.
Gay Small of Hillsborough County died on Sept. 4 her 80th birthday … [+5039 chars]

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Tropical disease spread by mosquitoes claims first recorded death in southern US state - Fox News

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