In recent years, the world has experienced a rise in new and deadly infectious diseases, posing a significant threat to global health.
The global mpox outbreak that began in the Canary Islands in May 2022 is a stark reminder of our natural vulnerability to new viruses.
While some of these viruses are new and relatively unknown, others, such as the monkeypox virus (MPXV), have been present since the 1970s but have primarily been endemic to some areas of central Africa, mainly impacting adults.
Mpox Vaccination Protects Children From Disease
Chikungunya Infection Can Be Severe in Children
Most international travelers know infected mosquitoes transmit chikungunya, dengue, and Zika viruses. However, when an infected person seeks medical care, it can be challenging to identify which arbovirus they have contracted.
The recent outbreak of chikungunya virus (CHIKV) outbreaks in India has gained attention because of its unusual symptoms, the increased need for hospitalization, and the high level of morbidity associated with the illness.