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Philippines health officials are reporting 400 chikungunya cases through August 13 this year, a 506 percent increase compared to the same period in 2021 (66).
Regions reporting the most cases include Calabarzon (106), Central Visayas (78), Davao (68) and Western Visayas (58), according to new data released Friday.
Dengue in the Philippines 2022
Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes. It causes fever and severe joint pain, which is often debilitating. Other symptoms include muscle pain, headache, nausea, fatigue, and rash.
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