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Chikungunya Virus Infection in India (Update)

21 November 2013

The health department of Gujarat state on the north-west coast of India has recorded 369 cases of chikungunya virus infection between September and 16 November 2013.

During the same time period last year (2012), only 24 cases of chikungunya virus infection were recorded.

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.