China Reports 7,000 Chikungunya Cases

Here’s what’s happening

A new viral threat is spreading

How China Is Fighting a War Against Chikungunya

How China Is Fighting a War Against Chikungunya

– Spraying insecticides – Launching awareness drives – Isolating affected regions – Boosting medical response

What is Chikungunya?

Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne virus. It causes high fever, severe joint pain, rash & fatigue.

Symptoms to Watch For

– Sudden high fever – Intense joint pain – Skin rash – Headache

Common symptoms include:

How It Spreads

Spread by Aedes mosquitoes Same mosquitoes also spread dengue & Zika. No human-to-human spread.

How to Stay Safe

– Use mosquito repellent – Wear full-sleeved clothes – Avoid stagnant water – Use nets indoors

Stay informed. Stay protected

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