Chikungunya Virus Alert
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Chikungunya cases reported in Kerala: State govt steps up surveillance, issues advisory
India | Apr 14, 2026, 07:21 PM ISTChikungunya cases reported in Kerala: Authorities said intensified surveillance, preventive measures, and awareness campaigns are underway in the affected areas to contain the spread of the mosquito-borne viral disease.
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Chikungunya's new variant wreaks havoc in Pune; know causes, symptoms and ways to prevent this viral
Health | Sep 17, 2024, 01:38 PM ISTKnow about the latest on Chikungunya's new variant causing a surge in Pune. Be aware of its causes, symptoms, and effective prevention methods to stay protected.
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USFDA approves first vaccine to prevent disease caused by chikungunya virus
World | Nov 10, 2023, 01:36 PM ISTChikungunya virus vaccine: Transmission of chikungunya virus to newborn babies from pregnant individuals with viremia (virus present in the blood) at delivery has been reported and can cause severe, potentially fatal chikungunya virus disease in newborns.
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Argentina issues chikungunya virus alert
World | Aug 06, 2014, 09:18 AM ISTBuenos Aires: Argentina has issued a virus alert on the emergence of chikungunya fever.The health ministry for Buenos Aires province, the country's most populous area, issued the alert Tuesday, reported Xinhua.The disease, which is transmitted