Chikungunya Outbreak, South India, 2006
Open Access
- 1 October 2008
- journal article
- Published by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Emerging Infectious Diseases
- Vol. 14 (10), 1623-1625
- https://doi.org/10.3201/eid1410.070569
Abstract
We investigated chikungunya outbreaks in South India and observed a high attack rate, particularly among adults and women. Transmission was facilitated by Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in peridomestic water containers, as indicated by a high Breteau index. We recommended vector control measures and health education to promote safe water storage practices.Keywords
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