Foshan, a city in Guangdong Province on the Chinese mainland, has reported a sustained drop in new Chikungunya fever cases following intensified prevention efforts, local authorities announced Saturday. Daily infections have remained below 200 for five consecutive days, marking a significant step toward containing the mosquito-borne disease.
Vice Mayor Wen Xi confirmed no severe cases or fatalities, with over 90% of patients already recovered. The city’s strategy combines patient care, aggressive mosquito control, and neighborhood cleanups. Teams have targeted stagnant water sites—key mosquito breeding grounds—while disinfecting high-risk areas.
However, challenges loom as Guangdong’s flood season and typhoons could revive mosquito activity. Wen emphasized ongoing public health campaigns and preemptive measures to safeguard progress. Chikungunya, transmitted by infected mosquitoes, causes fever, rashes, and joint pain but is rarely fatal.
This development highlights the effectiveness of localized responses to infectious diseases in densely populated regions, offering insights for public health strategies across Asia.
