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On 8 August 2012, the Armed Force Research Institute for Medical Science (AFRIMS) in Bangkok, Thailand confirmed 12 of the 18 blood samples from Bhutan positive for chikungunya virus infection. Of the positive samples, 6 were from Phuentsholing and 6 from Samtse.
The public health laboratory has received samples from 59 suspected cases of chikungunya virus infection, taking the total number of cases to 77 in one week. Of the total, 43 are from Samtse, 9 from Phuentsholing, 4 from Sipsu, 10 from Gomtu, 8 from Kamji, and 3 cases from Thimphu. All new samples will be sent to Bangkok for confirmation.
Advice for Travellers
Avoidance of mosquito bites, particularly during daylight hours, by covering up with clothing, the use of bite avoidance measures such as repellent and bed nets is advised. Elimination of breeding sites around hotel rooms/houses is advised for longer term stays.
