So far this year, over 240,000 cases of Chikungunya have been reported globally, with 200,000 cases in Latin America and 8,000 cases in China. Relevant authorities in China have initiated emergency actions, implementing public health measures reminiscent of those used to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, in an attempt to contain the virus. How dangerous is Chikungunya? Who is at the highest risk of infection? Here is a brief guide: