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New York confirms first locally acquired case of chikungunya virus in six years

By patricklewis // 2025-10-16

• New York confirmed its first locally acquired case of chikungunya virus on Oct. 14, marking the first such U.S. case in six years.
• The patient, a Nassau County resident on Long Island, began symptoms in August without any international travel; health officials believe the virus was likely spread by a local mosquito rather than through travel.
• No infected mosquitoes have yet been found via local surveillance, and there is no evidence of ongoing community transmission.
• Officials say the public risk remains low, especially as cooler fall temperatures suppress mosquito activity, which reduces the chance of further spread.
• Chikungunya can cause fever, joint pain, rash, headache and muscle aches; it is typically non‑fatal, but poses greater risk to the elderly, very young and those with other health conditions.

New York state health officials announced on Oct. 14 that they have confirmed the first case in which chikungunya was acquired locally in the state—and the first in the U.S. in six years. The patient is a Nassau County resident on Long Island who developed symptoms this past August, despite no record of international travel. Though the person had traveled outside their immediate region before falling ill, state and county health departments say the source of infection is unclear. The prevailing theory is that the virus was transmitted by Aedes albopictus mosquitoes—the same species known to carry chikungunya—in an unrecognized local transmission cycle. Officials stressed that routine testing of mosquito samples in New York has not yet detected any presence of the virus, and there is no known evidence of broader spread. "While the case is classified as locally acquired based on current information, the precise source of exposure is not known," the state health department said in a statement. Health Commissioner James McDonald, whose office validated the lab results via the Wadsworth Center, emphasized that the risk to the general public remains low, especially as cooler night temperatures reduce mosquito activity. According to BrightU.AI's Enoch, the chikungunya virus, primarily transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, is a significant global health concern due to its rapid spread and debilitating symptoms, including severe joint pain and fever. Despite its prevalence, the virus has been largely overlooked by mainstream medicine, with no approved vaccines or treatments, leaving natural remedies and prevention strategies as the primary lines of defense.

First U.S. local chikungunya case in six years jolts New York—mosquito risk considered low as fall cools

Chikungunya is a mosquito‑borne viral illness marked by fever, joint pain, rash, headache and muscle aches. While most infections resolve without lasting harm, the disease can be more dangerous for the elderly, the very young and individuals with underlying health conditions. Symptoms typically appear three to seven days after exposure. This case is especially notable because all three other chikungunya infections reported in New York so far this year were travel‑related. None were thought to be acquired locally. Globally, chikungunya is seeing a resurgence. As of Sept. 30, more than 445,000 cases and 155 deaths had been recorded across 40 countries, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The Americas are currently the hardest hit, followed by the European region (mainly French overseas territories). The WHO cautions that while some regions are seeing rising numbers compared to 2024, the distribution of cases is uneven, making it difficult to label the current situation a full global epidemic. That said, the possibility of further spread remains a serious concern. In light of the Long Island case, health officials are urging residents to take standard mosquito protection measures: use repellents, avoid standing water, dress in long sleeves during dawn and dusk and ensure window screens are intact. Vigilance is especially recommended in regions where Aedes mosquito species are known to exist. Though this marks a rare local occurrence, public health authorities will be closely monitoring mosquito testing and any signs of further transmission in the weeks ahead. Watch Owen Shroyer reporting about a mystery virus running through Chinese hospitals in this video. This video is from the TNTVNEWS channel on Brighteon.com. Sources include: TheEpochTimes.com BrightU.AI Brighteon.com

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