suarezpatricia+FollowMosquito-Borne Disease Outbreak Near Hong KongNot just a hot summer—rising temps are giving mosquitoes more time to party, and now Hong Kong is facing a chikungunya fever outbreak. This nasty bug brings fever and joint pain that can last for months. Experts say the risk is up because of more travel and climate change. No vaccine in Hong Kong yet, so everyone’s being told to ditch standing water and use repellent. Wild how global warming is making diseases travel, right? #Health #BodyHealth #Chikungunya10Share
Melanie James+FollowChikungunya: The Virus No One Saw ComingChikungunya is making a scary comeback, and the WHO is officially freaking out. This mosquito-borne virus is already sweeping through islands like Réunion and creeping into Europe. The worst part? It causes brutal joint pain and fever, and it’s super hard to tell apart from dengue or Zika. With climate change helping mosquitoes spread, experts are warning us to prep now—think bug spray and no standing water. It hasn’t hit North America yet, but honestly, it feels like only a matter of time. #Health #BodyHealth #Chikungunya10315Share
Melanie James+FollowMosquito Virus on the Move—Should We Worry?Chikungunya is making a comeback and it’s not just a tropical problem anymore. Health officials say 119 countries are at risk, and some Indian Ocean islands have seen a third of their people get sick! The virus causes brutal joint pain and fever, and there’s no real treatment—just gotta ride it out. The scary part? The mosquitos that spread it are everywhere, even in the US. Experts say bug spray and long sleeves are a must, and there are a couple of vaccines if you’re in a high-risk spot. #Health #BodyHealth #Chikungunya10Share
Sandra Escobar+FollowMosquito Alert: Chikungunya in France?!Chikungunya—a mosquito-borne virus that causes brutal joint pain—has popped up in France, not just the tropics! Only 14 cases so far, but if you’re heading to sunny spots, you might want to pack more than just sunscreen. There’s a new vaccine (but it’s pricey and not for everyone), so most docs say stick to bug spray, long sleeves, and nets. If you’re a frequent traveler, maybe ask about the jab. Who knew mosquitoes could mess up your holiday this much? #News #TravelTips #Chikungunya00Share
Allison Bauer+FollowCDC’s Surprising Chikungunya WarningThe CDC just dropped a bomb: if you’re 60 or older, skip the new chikungunya vaccine for now. Turns out, a handful of older folks had some scary heart and brain symptoms after getting the shot. Chikungunya is that mosquito-borne virus causing nasty joint pain, mostly in tropical spots like Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. If you’re traveling, maybe rethink those destinations—or at least pack serious bug spray! #CDCUpdate #TravelHealth #Chikungunya #VaccineNews #Over60 #Health230Share
Chris Lyons+FollowFDA Says Hold Off on This Travel VaccineIf you’re over 60 and planning a trip, heads up: the FDA just warned seniors to skip the new chikungunya vaccine (Ixchiq) for now. After a couple of serious (even deadly) complications in older adults, they’re hitting pause until they know more. The vaccine’s supposed to protect against a nasty mosquito virus, but right now, the risks might outweigh the benefits for seniors. If you or your parents are traveling soon, double-check before getting this shot! #FDAWarning #TravelHealth #VaccineUpdate #SeniorSafety #Chikungunya #Health20Share
reyesbrian+FollowFDA Pauses Chikungunya Vax for 60+Big update on the new chikungunya vaccine: If you or someone you know is 60+, the FDA and CDC are telling folks to hit pause on getting the Ixchiq shot for now. This comes after two reported deaths and some serious side effects in older adults. They’re digging into the data to see what’s up, but for now, better safe than sorry! If you’re traveling somewhere with chikungunya, definitely check with your doc before making any moves. #HealthNews #VaccineUpdate #Chikungunya #FDA #CDC #Health00Share
Adam Cox+FollowVaccine Pause for 60+ After Scary ReportsBig update on the Ixchiq vaccine: If you’re 60 or older, health officials are telling you to hit pause on getting the shot for now. After two reported deaths and some serious side effects, the FDA and CDC are digging deeper into the risks. The vaccine was supposed to help fight chikungunya (that nasty mosquito virus), but they’re playing it safe until they know more. If you or someone you know is in this age group, definitely stay tuned for updates! #VaccineNews #HealthUpdate #Chikungunya #Ixchiq #FDA #Health7823Share
nathan87+FollowChikungunya Vax Paused for Seniors—Here’s WhyThe FDA and CDC just hit pause on the chikungunya vaccine IXCHIQ for people 65+ after some serious side effects popped up—one even fatal. No official link to the vaccine yet, but they’re playing it safe for now. If you’re under 65, you’re still good to get it, especially if you’re traveling to outbreak zones. Over 40,000 doses have already been given worldwide, and the investigation’s ongoing. Stay tuned for updates! #Chikungunya #VaccineUpdate #HealthNews #FDA #CDC #Health00Share
Michelle Chen+FollowChikungunya Vaccine Drama in EuropeEurope just hit pause on Valneva’s new chikungunya vaccine for folks 65+ after some serious side effects popped up—including two deaths. The vaccine, which was supposed to protect against the mosquito-borne virus, is now under review. The company’s working with health authorities to figure out what’s going on, but for now, older adults are being told to skip it. Wild how fast things can change with new meds! #healthnews #vaccineupdate #chikungunya #Europe #Valneva #Health00Share