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The Ministry of Health has warned against an increased risk of entry of the Chikungunya virus transmitted by mosquitoes in Vietnam. In addition, while epidemics propagate in several countries and territories of the region.
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Chikungunya causes fever and strong joint pain. Meanwhile, It is mainly transmitted by mosquitoes Aedes Aegypti and Aedes Albopictus, also vectors of dengue and Zika virus. Furthermore, Most cases are mild and the deaths rare. In addition, Adults and newborns have an increased risk of serious illness.
On July 22. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) issued an alert concerning the rapid propagation of Chikungunya, citing major epidemics on Indian Ocean islands such as vietnam strengthens its surveillance against Reunion and Mayotte, which are now extending to certain regions of Africa, South Asia and Europe.
In the Chinese province of Guangdong. health authorities have identified more than 4,800 cases in the first half of 2025, the largest epidemic ever reported in this region. Singapore has reported 17 cases since the start of the year. more than double compared to the same period in 2024, most of them being linked to trips to areas of epidemic abroad.
Although no local case has been detected. Vietnam enters the cutting edge of the Aedes mosquitoes, with high densities recorded in many localities. The increase in national. international trips during the summer increases the risk of entry and rapid propagation of the virus.
The ministry has ordered strengthened surveillance in border posts. in tourist areas, in communities and in health establishments, in particular for arrivals from epidemic areas. Local authorities have been intended vietnam strengthens its surveillance against to strengthen the measures to combat mosquitoes. in particular the elimination of stagnant waters, the elimination of waste containers and the intensification of public awareness campaigns, in parallel with dengue prevention campaigns.
The ministry also works in close collaboration with WHO. American centers for the control and prevention of diseases (CDC) and national experts in order to assess risks and prepare response measures. Directives and training for medical staff are being updated, while drugs, diagnostic kits and emergency supplies are under storage.
The ministry recommends to travelers returning from affected countries to monitor their health for 12 days. immediately consult a doctor in the event of the appearance of symptoms such as high sudden fever, joint pain or rash.
Households are invited to cover all water containers. to eliminate mosquito reproduction sites every week, to wear long -sleeved clothes, to sleep under a mosquito net, even during the day, and vietnam strengthens its surveillance against to participate in insecticide spray campaigns.
People going to the areas affected by the epidemic must take precautions to avoid mosquito bites. report any symptoms to the health authorities.
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Vietnam strengthens its surveillance against
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