The fight against Chikungunya

While Chikungunya continues to wreak havoc in Bangladesh, it is unfortunate that it has no vaccine and that physicians seem to have limited knowledge of this infection so far. Sufficient awareness and clinical knowledge are necessary to diagnose the Chikungunya infection properly. But unless citizens take the initiative to keep their surroundings cleaner, the municipal authorities are only going to fight a losing battle through all their safety measures. One should use mosquito nets and close windows in the evening to prevent mosquitoes from entering the house. Most importantly, they must keep their surroundings clear of stagnant water or pools where mosquitoes can breed. 

Vinod C Dixit

Ahmedabad, India