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CDC Flags Chikungunya Outbreak in Costa Rica
1 Aug
Summary
- CDC issued a Level 2 travel alert for Costa Rica.
- Chikungunya outbreak declared in Guanacaste province.
- Symptoms include fever, joint pain, and rash.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has escalated its travel advisory for Costa Rica to a Level 2, urging travelers to "practice enhanced precautions" in the Guanacaste province.
This alert follows a chikungunya outbreak declared by Costa Rica's Ministry of Health on July 1 in Playa Langosta. The outbreak is primarily concentrated in the Guanacaste region. As of the latest reports, at least 45 suspected cases have been identified, alongside 17 additional linked cases. Four cases have been laboratory confirmed, affecting both citizens and foreigners.
Chikungunya is known to spread through infected mosquitoes. Common symptoms experienced by those affected include fever, significant joint and muscle pain, headaches, rash, and joint swelling. The CDC's advisory highlights the importance of awareness and preventive measures for individuals visiting the affected areas.
