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Taiwan Confirms First Chikungunya Case, Boosts Mosquito Control

8/12/2025

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Taiwan has confirmed its first chikungunya virus case, traced back to a woman who traveled to Foshan and Shenzhen, China, where the virus has already infected over 7,000 people. After experiencing symptoms upon her return, she was hospitalized but has now been released. In response, local health officials are ramping up mosquito control efforts to prevent further spread.

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Taiwan has confirmed its first chikungunya virus case, traced back to a woman who traveled to Foshan and Shenzhen, China, where the virus has already infected over 7,000 people. After experiencing symptoms upon her return, she was hospitalized but has now been released. In response, local health officials are ramping up mosquito control efforts to prevent further spread.