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Why Chikungunya is called Chikungunya?
"Chikungunya virus (CHIK, CHIKV), is a member of the Alphavirus genus, (Group A Arbovirus), which is transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes and produces an illness that
Vector Control Measures
According to the World Health Organization, Table F1. Vector control procedures include:
Environmental management
• Reduce larval habitats
• Manage (wash/cover) containers
• Discard/recycle containers
• Reduce human-vector contact
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PAHO CHIKV Guidelines
In 2011, PAHO and the CDC published guidelines for managing CHIKV infection in the Americas.
Pan American Health Organization. Preparedness and Response for Chikungunya Virus:
PAHO workshop 2012
In May 28-30, 2012, representatives from the Caribbean met in Jamaica for a "Caribbean Sub-regional Training Workshop. Introducing the new guidelines: Preparedness and Response for