Tag: Mosquito-borne Disease
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Dengue Cases Surge in KP as 102 New Infections Reported in 24 Hours
Dengue Situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 102 New Infections in 24 Hours Health authorities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) reported a significant uptick in dengue cases, with 102 new infections confirmed across the province in the last 24 hours. The surge continues a worrying trend for the region, where monsoon rains and warm temperatures provide ideal breeding…
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6 Things to Know About chikungunya Virus and Its Transmission in the U.S.
What is chikungunya? Chikungunya is a disease caused by the chikungunya virus, primarily spread through infected mosquitoes. First identified in 1952 during an outbreak in Tanzania, its name comes from a Makonde word meaning “that which bends up,” referring to the severe joint pain it can cause. The virus is transmitted by mosquitoes, and most…
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New York Reports First Locally Acquired Chikungunya Case Since 2019
New York Confirms First Locally Acquired Chikungunya Case in Six Years New York health officials have confirmed the state’s first locally acquired chikungunya infection in six years. The case involves a resident of Nassau County on Long Island who began experiencing symptoms after traveling outside the region. Officials stress that this marks localized transmission for…
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The Rising Tide: West Nile Virus in Southern Europe
In the warm embrace of Southern Europe, where sun-soaked landscapes invite travelers and locals alike, a shadow has begun to loom over the region. The West Nile Virus, a disease often associated with summer’s buzzing mosquitoes, is causing alarm as infection numbers spiral, leaving communities grappling with its chilling toll. Italy, once a bastion of…