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Mosquito born Disease in the Virgin Islands #193880

Asked June 24, 2014, 12:59 PM EDT

What is the name of the current mosquito borne disease in the Virgin Islands? What are the related symptoms?

County U.S. Minor Outlying Islands

Expert Response

Thanks for your inquiry!

Chikungunya is a virus that is transmitted to people by the bite of an infected mosquito. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it can cause an illness that is most often characterized by fever, joint pain, headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, muscle pain and rash.

I found this information here: http://virginislandsdailynews.com/news/v-i-health-department-issues-advisory-about-mosquito-borne-vi...

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An Ask Extension Expert Replied June 24, 2014, 1:15 PM EDT
Thank you for the information.  It is very helpful.
The Question Asker Replied June 24, 2014, 1:21 PM EDT
You're very welcome!
An Ask Extension Expert Replied June 28, 2014, 1:24 PM EDT

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