What is Chikungunya? Chikungunya is a viral infection caused by the chikungunya virus (CHIKV), which is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes, primarily Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. The disease is characterized by sudden onset of fever and severe joint pain. While chikungunya is rarely fatal, it can cause debilitating joint […]
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