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Chikungunya virus outbreak in China/US issues travel warning

2025-08-31 16:33:00, Kosova & Bota CNA

Chikungunya virus outbreak in China/US issues travel warning

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Guangdong province, China, following an outbreak of chikungunya, with most cases concentrated in the city of Foshan.

Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes, characterized by fever, joint pain, headache, muscle pain, swelling, and rash.

While most patients recover within a week, some experience persistent joint pain that lasts for months. Severe disease is more likely in newborns infected around birth, older adults, and individuals with comorbid conditions such as diabetes or heart disease.

CDC recommends vaccination for travelers to outbreak areas and emphasizes mosquito bite prevention measures, including use of repellents, protective clothing, and staying in air-conditioned or air-conditioned environments. Pregnant travelers are advised to reconsider travel, as infection near delivery can result in neonatal transmission and severe illness. Although vaccination is generally deferred until later in pregnancy, providers may weigh the risks and benefits in high-exposure scenarios.

Travelers are advised to review updated vaccination guidelines and evaluate immediately if they develop fever, joint pain, or rash during or after returning from China. /CNA





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