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Chikungunya or Chiwawa?
During post call round, Dr Asri asked us whether we know what is the meaning of Chikungunya.. The history of it? someone answered “Dog” He asked why dog? He said dog.. Then someone said “Itu Chiwawa..” lol I couldn’t help myself but start laughing for a min.. haha Oh ya, the iPad from Apple :P [...]
Chikungunya
Chikungunya Facts Chikungunya is a viral disease. Chikungunya is caused by an Arborvirus, belongs to the genus Alphavirus under the Togaviridae family. The virus is transmitted to human by infected Aedes mosquitoes, Aedes albopictus in the rural area and Aedes aegypti in the urban area. The urban outbreaks are sporadic but explosive in nature. It [...]