Another Virus Rattling China Puts America On Red Alert
A viral illness spread by mosquitoes known as chikungunya is infecting China and other nations across Africa and Europe, prompting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to issue a travel advisory for…
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About chikungunya
Chikungunya is an infection caused by the chikungunya virus. The most common symptoms are fever and joint pain, typically occurring four to eight days after the bite of an infected mosquito. The pain has been described as "excruciating"; however some people may be infected without showing any symptoms. Other symptoms may include headache, muscle pain, joint swelling, and a rash. Symptoms usually improve within a week; however, occasionally the joint pain may last for months or years. The very young, old, and those with other health problems are at risk of more severe disease.
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