Chikungunya: Causes, Prevention, and Vaccination

Chikungunya: Causes, Prevention, and Vaccination

What is Chikungunya? Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes, primarily the Aedes species. The virus has caused outbreaks in Africa, Asia, the Americas, Europe, and islands in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. While the disease itself is not life-threatening, it can cause severe symptoms and long-term complications, … Read more