(Source AP: File Photo) There has been a sudden increase in chikanguniya cases in the national capital. “What we have found out is that suddenly number of chikanguniya cases have increased in Delhi as also in several other parts of the country. Though hospital have reported large number of chikanguniya cases, the municipal corporation of Delhi has only reported“20 cases” till August 20. Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain said, “Our mohalla clinics are equipped to tackle chikanguniya and dengue cases. “In chikanguniya, the the joint pain is more than in dengue cases,” AIIMS doctor Ashutosh Biswas said.

Source: Indian Express August 22, 2016 12:22 UTC