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Thursday, October 16, 2025

Tag: chikungunya

New York health officials confirm state’s first locally acquired case of chikungunya virus

A resident of Long Island has been confirmed to have chikungunya virus—marking the first locally acquired case in the United States in six years. The New York Department of Health says the patient, located in Nassau County, began showing symptoms in August after traveling within the country but not abroad. Officials suspect an infected mosquito bite, though the exact source remains unknown.

Over 34.9 mn globally at risk of chikungunya every year, South Asia tops: Study

A new global study reveals that more than 34.9 million people face the risk of chikungunya infections each year,...

Doctors report rise in throat infections, flu and dengue in Delhi

Delhi's Heavy Rains Spark Rise in Dengue, Flu, and Throat Infections Heavy rains in Delhi have brought more than just...