mosquito-borne disease
China is facing its largest-ever outbreak of chikungunya, a mosquito-borne virus that causes fever and joint pain. Over 7,000 cases have been reported, mostly in Foshan near Hong Kong. The disease, usually nonfatal, can cause severe joint pain for months. While there’s no specific treatment, symptoms like fever and muscle pain can be managed. Two […]
A human case of West Nile virus has been confirmed in Wayne County, with the infected individual currently hospitalized and receiving treatment, according to Wayne County Public Health officials. The virus is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito and has been responsible for at least five deaths in the region this summer. Health […]
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