New Delhi, Aug. 6 -- More than 7,000 cases of the mosquito-borne virus have recently been reported in China's Guangdong province, marking a chikungunya outbreak in the Asian country. The outbreak has led authorities to implement measures similar to those used during the Covid-19 pandemic.

According to a report by the South China Morning Post, people who have travelled from chikungunya-affected areas have been advised to self-monitor for symptoms.

Restaurants and hotels have been directed to maintain hygiene and prevent mosquito breeding. Failure to do so may result in heavy fines.

In Foshan city, the worst-affected area, chikungunya patients are required to remain in hospital, where their beds are covered with mosquito nets for protect...