Which disease is NOT listed as a reportable zoonotic or vectorborne disease to the Florida Department of Health in the provided list?

• A. Rabies
• B. Chikungunya
• C. Dengue
• D. Anthrax

Answer: (B)

Public health surveillance relies on state-moven list of reportable diseases so that clinicians and labs report promptly, enabling rapid investigation, vector control, and prevention actions. In this Florida list, rabies is included because bite exposures and animal surveillance require immediate reporting. Dengue is included due to its transmission by vectors and its impact on local outbreaks, needing close monitoring. Anthrax is included as a zoonotic disease with significant health risk and the potential for occupational exposure, so it also requires reporting.

Chikungunya, although a vectorborne disease that can occur in the region, is not on the provided Florida Department of Health list of reportable diseases. That’s why it’s the one not listed. If clinicians suspect or confirm cases for other regulatory reasons, they may report through different channels, but it isn’t mandated on that specific list.