France has seen a notable increase in locally acquired chikungunya virus disease cases in 2025, with a total of 25 cases reported across 11 different local administrative units as of July 9, 2025. While specific details regarding "three new indigenous cases identified in Castries" were not available, the Hérault department, where Castries is located, has confirmed at least one locally transmitted case.
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reported that one case in Hérault was identified in Prades-le-Lez, with symptom onset on May 27, 2025. Additionally, the Occitanie Regional Health Agency confirmed another locally transmitted chikungunya case in the Hérault Department on June 16, 2025.
Chikungunya, a mosquito-borne viral disease, is emerging in Europe, with locally acquired cases reported in several EU/EEA countries. Authorities are actively monitoring the situation and have classified all identified clusters as active.
It is important for residents and travelers to be aware of the ongoing transmission and take necessary precautions to prevent mosquito bites. For the most up-to-date information, it is recommended to consult official health organizations.
Sources:
Seasonal surveillance of chikungunya virus disease in the EU/EEA - ECDC Communicable Disease Threats Report, Week 28, 5 - 11 July 2025 - ECDC Corsica France Confirms Third Chikungunya Case of 2025 - Vax-Before-Travel France Confirms Second Locally-Acquired Chikungunya Case in the Mainland - Vax-Before-Travel France confirms 1st indigenous chikungunya case in 2025 - Xinhua
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