Chikungunya Disease in Peru
Summary: If you're a moving to Peru or recently arrived, it's important to know about Chikungunya Disease, which is transmitted by mosquitoes. Chikungunya is sometimes misdiagnosed as Zika Virus. Unfortunately, many report long-term joint pain following the initial illness.
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
Additional Information:
- Peru Guide
- Healthcare & Health Insurance in Peru
- Members Talk about Healthcare & Health Insurance in Peru
- Best Places to Live in Peru
- Real Estate in Peru
- Guide to Real Estate in Peru
- Pros & Cons of Living in Peru
- Cost of Living in Peru
- 10 Tips for Living in Peru
- 5 Great Places to Retire in South America
- 2024 Guide to Living in Peru
- Pros and Cons of Living in Peru 2024