Global Conference on Public Health & Epidemiology
October 22-24, 2026
Chikungunya
Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted to humans through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes, primarily Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. It is common in tropical and subtropical regions and often occurs in outbreaks. The disease is characterized by sudden onset of high fever, severe joint pain, muscle pain, headache, fatigue, and skin rash. Joint pain can be intense and may persist for weeks or even months, affecting daily activities. Although chikungunya is rarely fatal, it can cause long-term disability, especially in older adults and individuals with underlying health conditions. There is no specific antiviral treatment; management focuses on relieving symptoms through rest, fluids, and pain relievers. Prevention is key and includes controlling mosquito populations, eliminating standing water, using insect repellents, and protective clothing. Public health measures are essential to reduce transmission and manage outbreaks.
Adele Ann Webb
Strategic Education, Inc., United States
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel
Curry College, United States
Thomas J Webster
Brown University, United States
Mariano Votta
Italian NGO Cittadinanzattiva, Italy
Ashot Khachatryan
National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Armenia, Armenia
Ches Jones
University of Arkansas, United States
Adeva A Elem
Mercer University, United StatesSubmit your abstract Today
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Sebastiano Venturi, Department of Public Health of Rimini, Italy
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Christopher Ashton, Center for Recovery, Canada
Title : Population health, public health and the social determinants of health: The state of the science
Adele Ann Webb, Strategic Education, Inc., United States
Title : The nutritional management of healthy menu plans
Iuliana Vintila, Dunărea de Jos University of Galați, Romania
Title : Healthcare system profiles and pandemic outcomes: A cross-country multi-dimensional scaling analysis of Cuba, Spain, Italy, and Germany
Giuseppe Orlando, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Italy
Title : Change your genes – change your life: Epigenetics of longevity
Kenneth R Pelletier, USCF School of Medicine, United States