The World Health Organization notified the media via email on the 11th that it has published health knowledge and prevention measures for chikungunya fever on its website, advocating for the whole society to work together to prevent chikungunya fever and reduce the risk of transmission. Q: What is chikungunya fever? Answer: Chikungunya fever is a viral disease transmitted through mosquito bites, mainly by Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes. Patients with chikungunya fever may experience symptoms such as fever, joint pain, muscle pain, headache, and rash. Most patients can recover after a week of illness, but joint pain can sometimes last longer. Q: Which groups are at the greatest risk? A: Although chikungunya fever can affect people of all ages, the elderly, infants, pregnant women and patients with hypertension, diabetes, heart disease and other diseases are more likely to have serious symptoms or recover more slowly than others. Q: What is the treatment method for chikungunya fever? Answer: Currently, there is no specific drug for chikungunya fever. The focus of treatment is to alleviate symptoms, taking acetaminophen and other medications to treat fever and joint pain; Drink more water and rest more. Before ruling out dengue fever, avoid taking aspirin, ibuprofen, and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to avoid increasing the risk of bleeding in dengue fever patients. If the symptoms persist for several days or worsen, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. Q: Will Chikungunya fever be transmitted multiple times? Answer: According to current scientific evidence, people who have suffered from chikungunya fever are unlikely to be re infected. The relevant research is still ongoing. Some patients may experience chronic joint pain symptoms after falling ill, which may last for several months or even years, but this does not mean that they have been infected with chikungunya fever multiple times. Q: How to diagnose chikungunya fever? Answer: The symptoms of chikungunya fever are similar to those of other diseases such as dengue fever or Zika virus disease, and it is difficult to diagnose chikungunya fever based solely on symptoms. Laboratory testing is needed to confirm the diagnosis. In the first week of onset, at the onset of symptoms, chikungunya virus can be detected through blood samples. After one week of onset, the chikungunya virus can be detected by antibodies. Q: What measures can be taken to prevent or reduce transmission? Answer: Mosquitoes that spread chikungunya fever are most active during the day. The best methods to prevent or reduce its spread are mosquito control and personal protection. People living in or traveling to areas where chikungunya fever is spreading should wear long clothes and pants to reduce the chance of mosquito bites on the skin; Apply mosquito repellent on exposed skin or clothing; Use mosquito nets while sleeping; Use screen windows and doors to prevent mosquitoes from entering the home. To reduce mosquito breeding, water containers should be tightly covered, emptied, and cleaned, and garbage should be disposed of regularly to avoid water accumulation. During the epidemic, the health department may also take additional measures, such as spraying insecticides in affected areas. (New Society)