Mosquito-Borne Diseases

The chikungunya virus infects people through the bite of a mosquito. It is not contagious and does not spread by touch. It causes fever and joint pain. Chikungunya is rarely fatal, but for some, the symptoms can be severe, long-lasting, and debilitating. For some individuals, the symptoms may last for years. Once considered a disease […]

Dengue fever (pronounced den-gee) is a mosquito-borne tropical disease caused by the dengue virus. Since the Second World War, dengue has been a global problem. It is common in more than 110 countries. Dengue affects 50-528 million people every year, and results in 10,000-20,000 deaths. It is more prevalent in tropical and sub-tropical places, with […]