Serological Data Shows Low Levels of Chikungunya Exposure in Senegalese Nomadic Pastoralists

Serological Data Shows Low Levels of Chikungunya Exposure in Senegalese Nomadic Pastoralists

The chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is spread by <i>Aedes aegypti</i> and <i>Ae. albopictus</i> mosquitos worldwide; infection can lead to disease including joint pain, fever, and rash, with some convalescent persons experiencing chronic symptoms. Historically, CHIKV transmission h...

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Main Authors: Mame Cheikh Seck, Aida Sadikh Badiane, Julie Thwing, Delynn Moss, Fatou Ba Fall, Jules Francois Gomis, Awa Bineta Deme, Khadim Diongue, Mohamed Sy, Aminata Mbaye, Tolla Ndiaye, Aminata Gaye, Yaye Die Ndiaye, Mamadou Alpha Diallo, Daouda Ndiaye, Eric Rogier
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-07-01
Series:Pathogens
Subjects:
serology
chikungunya
seroprevalence
nomadic pastoralists
Senegal
multiplex bead assay
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/8/3/113

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