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Since chikungunya is caused by infected mosquitoes in tropical areas, the ways to prevent it are:
1. avoid tropical areas
2. avoid being bitten by mosquitoes (when there)
3. use mosquito repellent
4. wear clothing covering as much of your body as possible
5. stay away from areas of stagnant water
6. stay away from monkeys (they are a resevoir for the virus)
(I'm an R.N.)

2006-09-18 13:58:21 · answer #1 · answered by ilse72 7 · 8 3

Chikungunga Prevention
The best way to avoid CHIKV infection is to prevent mosquito bites. There is no vaccine or preventive drug. Prevention tips are similar to those for dengue or West Nile virus:

Use insect repellent containing an DEET or another EPA-registered active ingredient on exposed skin. Always follow the directions on the package.
Wear long sleeves and pants (ideally treat clothes with permethrin or another repellent).
Have secure screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes out.
Get rid of mosquito breeding sites by emptying standing water from flower pots, buckets and barrels. Change the water in pet dishes and replace the water in bird baths weekly. Drill holes in tire swings so water drains out. Keep children's wading pools empty and on their sides when they aren't being used.
Additionally, a person with chikungunya fever or dengue should limit their exposure to mosquito bites in order to avoid further spreading the infection. The person should stay indoors or under a mosquito net.

2006-09-19 10:20:02 · answer #2 · answered by dark and beautiful 3 · 2 0

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