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The first case of chikungunya virus infection in the Cayman Islands was confirmed on June 30. Officials report that the case was imported by a resident who returned to Cayman last month following a trip to a country where chikungunya was present. Public health officials advised that two more suspected cases of the mosquito-borne virus have emerged.
(Via Compass Cayman - accessed 10/07/14)
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.
