China is battling its largest chikungunya outbreak with over 10,000 cases, including 7,000 in Foshan. The mosquito-borne virus causes fever and joint pain. Authorities have imposed strict measures like fines for standing water, power cuts, forced hospital isolation, and insecticide spraying. The U.S. CDC issued travel alerts. China’s harsh response echoes its COVID-19 strategy, raising debate on balancing public health with civil liberties amid growing viral threats.
China’s heavy-handed crackdown on chikungunya outbreak sparks controversy
