Last Updated:July 28, 2025, 18:03 IST Transmitted by the Aedes mosquito, the spread of chikungunya is accelerated by rapid urbanisation, poor sanitation, and improper water storage, which create ideal breeding grounds. Prevention relies on mosquito control, better sanitation, and water management. Once considered a fading threat, chikungunya is making an unsettling return across several parts…
Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne viral infection characterised by sudden high fever and intense joint pain, often appearing 3 – 7 days after an infected Aedes mosquito bite. It also triggers symptoms like headache, muscle soreness, rash, and fatigue. While the acute phase usually lasts about a week, joint pain may persist for months or even…
Last Updated:July 23, 2025, 14:32 IST Chikungunya resurfaces after 2 decades, with WHO warning millions across Asia and Europe now being at risk Chikungunya is primarily spread by Aedes mosquitoes, which are active during daylight hours and also transmit diseases such as dengue and Zika. (AI Generated/ News18 Hindi) In 2005, Chikungunya wreaked havoc across…
