Over 7,000 Chikungunya Cases Reported in China’s Guangdong Province
Over 7,000 chikungunya cases have been reported in China’s Guangdong Province since July 2025. Authorities are responding with urgent mosquito control measures.
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Health officials in China’s Guangdong Province have reported over 7,000 cases of Chikungunya since July 2025, marking a concerning surge in mosquito-borne infections.
Chikungunya, a viral disease spread by infected mosquitoes, causes high fever, severe joint pain, rashes, and fatigue. While rarely fatal, it can lead to long-lasting joint complications.
Local authorities are urgently rolling out mosquito control measures, including targeted spraying, public health advisories, and community awareness campaigns to reduce further spread. Travelers to the region are being advised to take extra precautions.
This outbreak underscores the increasing global risk of mosquito-borne diseases amid changing climate conditions.
