Saturday, December 20, 2008

CHIKUNGUNYA

This is a community service







BEWARE of

CHIKUNGUNYA



Treatment
There are currently no medications or vaccines for the treatment of chikungunya fever. However lots of rest, a nutritious diet, plenty of fluids and mild pain medications may relieve symptoms of fever and body aches. If you experience any of the symptoms mentioned above, you are advised to see a doctor immediately.



SEEK IMMEDIATE TREATMENT at the nearest clinic or hospital if you have the following signs and symptoms:





. Sudden onset of high fever



. Rashes occuring on the hands, legs and body



. Severe joint pains


. Headache


. redness of the eyes


. nausea and vomiting


DON'T ALLOW AEDES MOSQUITOES TO BREED IN YOUR HOUSE
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Kementrian Kesihatan Malaysia
Malaysia Health Ministry
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FAKTA-FAKTA MENGENAI PENYAKIT CHIKUNGUNYA
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关于基孔肯雅蚊症
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What is Chikungunya?

http://www.myhealth.gov.my/myhealth/eng/dewasa_content.jsp?lang=dewasa&sub=0&bhs=may&storyid=1193386725877

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