Definitions
Autochthonous transmission means refers to the transmission of a communicable disease from one case to another, in the
Why Chikungunya is called Chikungunya?
“Chikungunya virus (CHIK, CHIKV), is a member of the Alphavirus genus, (Group A Arbovirus), which is transmitted by
Vector Control Measures
According to the World Health Organization, Table F1. Vector control procedures include: Environmental management • Reduce larval habitats
PAHO CHIKV Guidelines
In 2011, PAHO and the CDC published guidelines for managing CHIKV infection in the Americas. Pan American Health
PAHO workshop 2012
In May 28-30, 2012, representatives from the Caribbean met in Jamaica for a “Caribbean Sub-regional Training Workshop. Introducing