Info and practical advice
Chikungunya: definition and symptoms
“Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted by the mosquito,” recalls the Ministry of Health. “The disease can go unnoticed or manifest an average of 4 to 7 days after an infective bite. “According to the Regional Health Agency in Burgundy-Franche-Comté (ARS BFC),” in the event of evocative symptoms (fever, muscle or joint pain, headache, rash) “,” consult a doctor “.
To protect yourself and act against proliferation
To the question, “How can we protect and act against the proliferation of chikungunya by the-tiger mosquito?” “, The ARS advises” wearing covering and ample clothes “,” using a skin repellent, especially in the morning and at the end of the day “,” using mosquito nets for newborns or bedridden people “.
Also, you should not leave stagnant water at home: “empty (once a week) cups and saucers under flower pots, animal bowls, folds of tarpaulins, buckets, parasol feet …”, “cover the water recupers” hermetically “,” put away (away from rain) toys, wheelbarrows, buckets “,” maintain the locks, channels … “Throwing waste and used tires”.
A number to answer questions
“To answer questions from the general public, a dedicated information line operates 7 days a week, from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1:30 to 5 pm: 0 805 200 550,” said ARS BFC.
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