New York Reports First Locally Acquired Chikungunya Case in Six Years

New York health officials have confirmed the state's first locally acquired case of chikungunya virus, the first in the U.S. in six years. This case, involving a Long Island woman, raises concerns about the potential for local transmission of this mosquito-borne disease, which has seen a global surge this year. The situation underscores the importance of public health awareness regarding mosquito-borne illnesses.