China reports 7,000 cases of chikungunya virus
Summary
China reported more than 7,000 cases of the chikungunya virus in Guangdong province since July. The virus, spread by mosquitoes, causes fever and severe joint pain. Guangdong authorities are taking strong measures to control the outbreak, similar to those used during the COVID-19 pandemic.Key Facts
- Over 7,000 chikungunya cases have been reported in Guangdong province, China.
- The virus spreads through the bite of an infected mosquito.
- In Foshan city, affected patients must stay in hospital until they test negative or complete a week-long stay.
- The virus is not contagious between people, only through mosquito bites.
- Hong Kong reported its first case in a 12-year-old boy after he traveled to Foshan.
- Authorities are removing stagnant water and using mosquito-eating fish and larger mosquitoes to control the pest population.
- Residents can face fines if they do not eliminate mosquito breeding grounds in their homes.
- Nearly 3,000 cases were recorded in the past week alone.
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