First detection of chikungunya infection and transmission in Brunei Darussalam.
- Author:
Christina LIEW
1
;
Chee Fu YUNG
Author Information
1. Public Health Services, Ministry of Health, Brunei Darussalam.
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- MeSH:
Adult;
Alphavirus Infections;
diagnosis;
epidemiology;
transmission;
Brunei;
epidemiology;
Chikungunya Fever;
Disease Outbreaks;
prevention & control;
Female;
Humans;
Male;
Middle Aged;
Population Surveillance
- From:Singapore medical journal
2012;53(4):e66-8
- CountrySingapore
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
This report describes the chikungunya cases and local transmission detected in Brunei Darussalam for the first time, despite the country being situated in a region that has experienced a multitude of outbreaks over the years. A combined strategy of active case detection, patient isolation and vector control measures was deployed in an attempt to avert further transmission. The findings have important public health implications for international surveillance and control strategies for this re-emerging disease.
