Chikungunya fever: This common drug is strictly prohibited!

Guangzhou has called on the public to intensify mosquito eradication and prevention efforts as the global spread of chikungunya and dengue fever raises cocerns.
Authorities have called for enhanced environmental sanitation, targeting mosquito breeding sites in narrow streets, alleys, residential areas, and garbage transfer stations. Residents are urged to eliminate stagnant water by emptying containers and regularly cleaning their surroundings to reduce mosquito habitats.
Dr. Duan Leilei, a researcher at the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, underscored that chikungunya fever is preventable, controllable, and treatable. "The virus is mainly spread through mosquito bites, with no evidence of human-to-human transmission," Duan said during a press briefing in Beijing.
Duan recommended several personal protective measures: wear light-colored, long-sleeved clothing when outdoors during the day; use mosquito repellent; and avoid prolonged exposure to mosquito-prone areas such as shaded spots and dense vegetation.
Individuals experiencing high fever, severe joint pain, and rash — especially those with recent mosquito bites or travel history to affected regions — are advised to seek prompt medical attention. 
What You Need to Know About Chikungunya
Chikungunya is a viral infection caused by the chikungunya virus (CHIKV), which is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes. Chikungunya transmission has now been reported in 119 countries and regions globally.
Symptoms:
Symptoms generally appear 3-7 days after a mosquito bite and commonly include fever, joint pain, headache, muscle pain, joint swelling, and rashes.
Most patients recover within a week, although joint pain can be severe and disabling, sometimes lasting for months. Death from chikungunya is rare. Rest, hydration, and pain relief medications can help alleviate symptoms.
The Guangzhou Health Commission has also released a list of designated hospitals for treating dengue fever and chikungunya fever. The hospitals are as follows:  
1. Guangzhou Eighth People's Hospital, Guangzhou Medical University

Add.: No. 8 Huaying Road, Baiyun District

Tel.: 020-36052120
2. Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital of Guangzhou's Yuexiu District (Kuangquan Campus)

Add.: No. 291 Yaotai West Street, Guangchang West Road, Yuexiu District 

Tel.: 020-32780039-8601
3. Guangdong Second People's Hospital

Add.: No. 466 Xingang Middle Road, Haizhu District

Tel.: 020-89169014
4. Guangzhou Liwan Central Hospital

Add.: No. 35 Liwan Road & No. 3 Huadi Avenue Middle, Liwan District

Tel.: 020-81346926, 020-89335720
5. Tianhe District People's Hospital of Guangzhou

Add.: No. 13 Dongpu Avenue, Tianhe District

Tel.: 020-82301776
6. Baiyun District People's Hospital of Guangzhou

Add.: No. 23 Yuanxiadi Road, Baiyun District

Tel.: 020-66230564
7. The Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University

Add.: No. 621 Gangwan Road, Huangpu District

Tel.: 020-85959295
8. Huadu District People's Hospital of Guangzhou

Add.: No. 48 Xinhua Road, Huadu District 

Tel.: 020-62936120
9. Panyu Central Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University

Add.: No. 8 Fuyu East Road, Qiaonan Street, Panyu District

Tel.: 020-34859880
10. Nansha District Maternal and Child Health Hospital

Add.: No. 103 Haibang Road, Gangwan Street, Nansha District

Tel.: 020-84987613
11. The Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Southern Medical University

Add.: No. 566 Congcheng Avenue, Chengjiao Street, Conghua District

Tel.: 020-62236040
12. The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University

Add.: No. 1 Guangming East Road, Zengjiang Street, Zengcheng District

Tel.: 020-62287030  
13. The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University

Add.: No. 600 Tianhe Road, Tianhe District 

Tel.: 020-85253187