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WHO Warns of Chikungunya Outbreak as Cases Surge

8/24/2025

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Chikungunya virus cases exceeded 240,000 in 2025, mainly in Latin America and China.
The World Health Organization alerts about a possible global outbreak, similar to the 500,000 cases reported two decades ago.
Two vaccines are available but are expensive and not widely accessible, highlighting the need for improved mosquito control.
The virus's spread in South America since 2023 parallels an increase in dengue cases.

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Story summary

Chikungunya virus cases exceeded 240,000 in 2025, mainly in Latin America and China.
The World Health Organization alerts about a possible global outbreak, similar to the 500,000 cases reported two decades ago.
Two vaccines are available but are expensive and not widely accessible, highlighting the need for improved mosquito control.
The virus's spread in South America since 2023 parallels an increase in dengue cases.