Chikungunya is a viral disease that is typically caused by the bite of a mosquito called Aedes. The name had originated from a verb in the Kimakonde language that basically means ‘to become contorted.’ This virus is said to exist only in tropical regions. But it has been reported recently that Chikungunya has infected many […]
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The first case of Chikungunya was reported early in 1952, during an epidemic outbreak in southern Tanzania. This disease has been identified in 60 countries including all most all the continents like Asia, Africa, Europe, America, and others. This virus is transmitted through mosquito bite resulting in fever and joint pains. The symptoms associated with […]