Chikungunya cases in Puerto Rico exceed 10,000

According to the latest reports, the number of suspected and confirmed chikungunya cases in Puerto Rico was slightly more than 10,000 cases, with 3 associated deaths. One week ago, the total was slightly less than 9,500 cases.

Travellers to areas where chikungunya fever virus is active can reduce their risk of exposure to this virus by taking all necessary precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Many persons with chikungunya fever do not seek medical care and are not reported to health authorities. There may be many more cases in the community that are not reported. Chikungunya virus infections may have long lasting health consequences.