'D Day' Against Aedes aegypti Mobilizes 54 Municipalities in Northern MG This Saturday (28)
'D Day' is a public initiative aimed at combating the Aedes aegypti mosquito, involving 54 municipalities in Northern Minas Gerais.
Dengue is the arboviral disease with the most confirmed cases in Amazonas at the beginning of 2026
Dengue outbreaks are at a high in the Amazonas state of Brazil, with over 200 confirmed cases reported in early 2026.
MG starts applying chikungunya vaccine developed by Instituto Butantan
Minas Gerais has begun administering a new chikungunya vaccine developed by Instituto Butantan, designed for adults aged 18 to 59 without immune deficiencies.
First death from chikungunya in Brazil in 2026 is recorded in MT
Mato Grosso confirmed the first death from chikungunya in Brazil in 2026, marking a significant health concern as the state investigates other potential cases.
New study: The mosquito virus could reach Northern Europe
A new study suggests that the chikungunya virus, historically transmitted by mosquitoes in tropical regions, may soon reach Northern Europe.
Painful disease may soon plague Europe – risk especially in these countries
A new study indicates that the chikungunya virus, transmitted by tiger mosquitoes, may spread significantly across Europe, with notable risks in southern countries due to rising temperatures.
Ten questions and answers about the Chikungunya virus
The Chikungunya virus is expanding beyond its traditional tropical regions due to climate change, raising concerns for Southern Europe, including Greece.
5 in the morning: Monument to the photos of Kaisariani – Drums of war in the Middle East – Concern for the Chikungunya virus
The collection of photographs from Kaisariani has been declared a monument, raising historical awareness while drawing attention to ongoing concerns over conflict in the Middle East and the Chikungunya virus.
The feared tropical disease is spreading towards Finland – Researchers: "It is only a matter of time"
Researchers warn that the chikungunya virus could spread to Finland due to climate change and the proliferation of the Asian tiger mosquito.
A dangerous infection threatens most of Europe due to climate change
Chikungunya fever, a tropical infection causing severe joint pain, may spread across much of Europe due to its mosquito carriers, impacted by rising temperatures from climate change.
Chikungunya virus: Climate crisis and mosquitoes bring it to Europe and Greece
The climate crisis is creating conditions for the transmission of chikungunya disease for more than six months a year in southern European countries, including Greece.
Excruciating tropical disease can now be transmitted in most of Europe, study finds
A study reveals that the chikungunya virus, a painful tropical disease, can now be transmitted by mosquitoes in much of Europe due to rising temperatures caused by climate change.
Urgent warning issued by CDC as chikungunya virus outbreak hits vacation destination
The CDC has issued a warning about a chikungunya virus outbreak in Bolivia, particularly affecting the Santa Cruz and Cochabamba departments.
Cruise line halts operations suddenly, leaving future trips in limbo
A long-standing Alaska-based cruise line has abruptly ceased operations, affecting future cruises and leaving many travelers in uncertainty.
A virus spreads in the islands favored by Lithuanians - travelers are warned
Travelers to a picturesque island in the Indian Ocean are being warned about the spread of the chikungunya virus and urged to take precautionary measures.
City Hall intensifies actions against dengue during the heat and rain period
The city government in Brazil is ramping up efforts to combat the Aedes aegypti mosquito as high temperatures and increased rainfall raise the risk of dengue, zika, and chikungunya outbreaks.
ParaÃba registers over 300 probable cases of arboviruses in 2026
ParaÃba, Brazil, reported 317 probable arbovirus cases in January 2026, with a predominance of dengue fever.
People with four conditions and over 60s told not to get specific vaccine
The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency has warned individuals over 60 and those with certain health conditions against receiving a specific Chikungunya vaccine due to safety concerns.
PAHO warns of the spread of chikungunya cases in the American continent
The Pan American Health Organization has issued a warning about the rise of chikungunya cases in the Americas, particularly due to the presence of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes and extreme temperatures.
CDC issues urgent travel alert as virus outbreak hits exclusive sunny islands destination
The CDC has issued a travel warning for the Seychelles due to an outbreak of the Chikungunya virus.
Urgent alert for a dangerous virus in a luxury tourist destination: warnings about sudden fever and severe joint pain
An urgent health alert has been issued regarding a dangerous virus outbreak in a luxury tourist destination, warning travelers of sudden fever and severe joint pain associated with chikungunya.
Uberlândia and Ituiutaba concentrate the majority of chikungunya cases and enter epidemiological alert
The government of Minas Gerais has issued an epidemiological alert due to a significant increase in chikungunya cases in the Triângulo Mineiro region, particularly in Uberlândia and Ituiutaba.
Search for chikungunya vaccine still low in Mirassol
The search for chikungunya vaccine remains low in Mirassol, despite the city being a pilot site for the vaccination project in Brazil.
Two rare infectious diseases spreading in Moscow – Health authority: 'The situation is under control'
Health officials in Moscow report cases of monkeypox and chikungunya fever, stating that the situation is under control.
Cuiabá registers more than 60 cases of dengue and chikungunya in one month
Cuiabá has seen over 60 new cases of dengue and chikungunya in less than a month, despite a significant reduction of over 2,000 cases compared to the same period last year.
Ecuador launches sterile mosquito biofactory against dengue
Ecuador has inaugurated a Sterile Mosquito Production Biofactory aimed at mass breeding the Aedes aegypti mosquito to help control diseases such as dengue, zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever.
Mirassol and nine other cities participate in test of vaccine against chikungunya
Mirassol and nine other municipalities in Brazil are participating in a pilot project for a chikungunya vaccination strategy developed by the Ministry of Health.
The only city in SP chosen by the Ministry of Health in a pilot project, Mirassol begins vaccination against chikungunya
Mirassol, the only city in São Paulo selected for a pilot project, has commenced vaccination against chikungunya for residents aged 18 to 59.