[Video] WHO warns of the risk of widespread spread of Chikungunya virus

The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned of the risk of a global outbreak of the Chikungunya virus, with about 5.6 billion people in 119 countries potentially affected, as the epidemic spreads in Africa, India, Southeast Asia and Europe.

On July 22, the World Health Organization (WHO) called for urgent action to prevent the risk of a resurgence of the disease caused by the Chikungunya virus, in the context of new outbreaks appearing in many African countries and spreading to India, Southeast Asia and Europe.

WHO says that about 5.6 billion people in 119 countries are currently at risk of infection with the Chikungunya virus, which causes high fever, severe joint pain and can leave long-term disabilities. The virus is spread mainly by Aedes mosquitoes, including the Aedes mosquito, which is also the vector for dengue fever and Zika.

There is currently no specific treatment for the disease. WHO calls on countries to strengthen surveillance, mosquito control and response capacity to prevent widespread outbreaks.

Thu Ha - Huong Giang

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