Published on: 8/6/2025
Is Chikungunya virus contagious from person to person?
Chikungunya virus is not spread directly from person to person. It is mainly spread by mosquitoes.
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Explanation
Chikungunya virus is primarily spread through mosquito bites. The mosquitoes that carry the virus bite an infected person and then can spread the virus to other people they bite. This means that the virus does not spread directly from one person to another.
Key Points:
- Transmission Method: Chikungunya virus is spread by mosquitoes, not by direct contact between people.
- Mosquito Role: The virus is transmitted when a mosquito bites an infected person and then bites someone else.
This information is important for understanding how to prevent the spread of the virus, mainly by controlling mosquito populations and avoiding mosquito bites.
(References)
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