I'm sure this may be a concern for some... and there are precautions that you can or 'should' take if you are concerned... but it's not just a tropical thing anymore... compliments of climate change... see this article:
https://newsblog.drexel.edu/2024/05/06/ … -outbreak/
I had it last year. You do not want Dengue. I actually thought they called it 'Breakbone fever' because I passed out/fainted so much that I broke my nose, teeth, and collar bone. But ... regardless of what I think... you should be aware if living here or thinking about it.
I have, since, planted Citronella plants around the perimeter of my house; added 'OFF' to my daily routine... usually around the ankles/shins/neck areas; being careful to eliminate any/all 'standing' water from my property... especially in fallen coconuts that are 'open' from the squirrels; and heightening my awareness as to where and when I walk... evenings are tricky... mosquitos hate light; and of course, after it rains; and I leave my exterior lights ALL on, all night long. I use LED bulbs... so it costs pennies. Again... mosquitos hate bright light. I steer clear of anywhere that rain causes anything resembling a swamp to materialize. It's just a part of life. Long sleeves and pants are just not going to work here due to the temps; so the 'risk' will always be there. They say it happens more in urban areas because a mosquito can only carry it if it has bitten another human with dengue... but i live rural. ???
Silver lining... ??? maybe if it gets bad in the US... as it is now in Brazil; a vaccine will happen faster; or eradication.
Just an FYI... something the dreamy tourist brochures and videos won't tell you.
Pura Vida
