The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has issued an Epidemiological Alert regarding a notable increase in chikungunya cases across the Americas in recent months, including locally acquired infections in regions that have not experienced circulation for several years.
This alert reinforces the critical role of robust surveillance systems - from timely case detection to coordinated, integrated vector management. Understanding the population dynamics of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus remains essential for accurate risk assessment and effective outbreak response.
Reducing vector density remains the primary disease prevention strategy, emphasizing the continued importance of comprehensive mosquito surveillance and control efforts. 🦟
Article 2.11.2026
https://lnkd.in/gYgbZGPs
PAHO/WHO Epidemiological Alert 2.10.2026
https://lnkd.in/gfa5_zVd
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Rodney E. Rohde, PhD, MS, SM(ASCP)CM,SVCM,MBCM, FACSc
Regents' Professor, Texas State University System
University Distinguished Chair & Professor, Medical Laboratory Science [MLS] Program
TEDx Speaker & Global Fellow – Global Citizenship Alliance
Texas State Honorary Professor of International Studies
Associate Director, Translational Health Research Initiative @txst_THR
Past President, Texas Association for CLS
Texas State University
MLS Program, Encino Hall 350B [office ENC 363]
601 University Drive
San Marcos, TX 78666-4616
512-245-3500 [CLS suite]; 512-245-2562 [office]
Email:
rrohde@txstate.eduPronouns: he/him/his
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