China's Chikungunya Fever Surge: Over 3,000 New Cases in Guangdong
China's Guangdong province is grappling with a surge in chikungunya fever cases, with over three thousand new infections reported. The disease, spread by infected mosquitoes, has caused concern among local health authorities. Meanwhile, the World Health Organization (WHO) continues to monitor and report on global outbreaks, including this one in China.
The current outbreak in Guangdong is the most severe in the last two decades, surpassing previous records. The majority of cases have been detected in the city of Jiangmen, prompting local authorities to implement the third level of health response. Symptoms of chikungunya fever include sudden high fever, severe joint and muscle pain, headaches, nausea, weakness, and rash.
In Russia, two tourists returning from vacation brought the disease back with them, highlighting the risk of travel-related infections. It's important to note that chikungunya fever cannot be spread from person to person, only through mosquito bites. In contrast, an outbreak of Coxsackie virus in Turkey has been successfully addressed in Russia.
The WHO continues to observe and report on the chikungunya fever outbreak in China, working with local health authorities to control the spread. With over three thousand new cases, the situation in Guangdong province remains a cause for concern. Travelers are advised to take precautions against mosquito bites, especially in affected areas.
