Francoise, can you give us some sort of translation on what 
"chikungunya" is?  What are symptoms etc?  Thanks, Pat in SNJ


Hello Pat,

Chikungunya is a rare viral infection transmitted by the bite of an 
infected mosquito. It is characterized by a rash, fever, and severe 
joint pain (arthralgias) that usually lasts for three to seven days. 
Because of its effect on the joints, Chikungunya has been classified 
among the Arthritic Viruses. It primarily occurs in tropical areas of 
the world.

We have actually an outbreak at La Reunion.

Kindly
-- 
Françoise Railhet
Manager of the LLL France Medical Associates program
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