Zika virus a mosquito borne vector was first reported from the Pacific in 2007. Here's all you need to know about Zika virus.
Zika Fever - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention
Zika virus is transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes which causes mild fever with maculopapular rash. No treatment or vaccine is currently available.
Zika virus is transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes which causes mild fever with maculopapular rash. No treatment or vaccine is currently available.
‘Zika virus a mosquito borne disease is caused by a virus transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes. People affected with Zika virus should get plenty of rest, drink enough fluids, treat pain and fever with common medicines.’
2. People with Zika virus disease usually have a mild fever, skin rash (exanthema) and conjunctivitis. These symptoms normally last for 2-7 days. 3. There is no specific treatment or vaccine currently available.
4. The best form of prevention is protection against mosquito bites.
Honduras Registers 1,000 Cases of Mosquito-borne Zika Virus: Health Minister
Honduras has registered 1,000 cases of the mosquito-borne Zika virus since December, which has been linked to a rise in birth defects in Brazil, Deputy Health Minister Francis Contreras
Honduras has registered 1,000 cases of the mosquito-borne Zika virus since December, which has been linked to a rise in birth defects in Brazil, Deputy Health Minister Francis Contreras
Today, more than 22 countries in the Americas have reported the sporadic Zika virus infections, indicating its rapid geographic expansion. Signs and symptoms
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Zika Virus Found In European Tourists Returning From South America
Two people returning from Haiti and Colombia to Switzerland were also diagnosed with the virus. Britain has reported five cases in travelers returning from South America.
Two people returning from Haiti and Colombia to Switzerland were also diagnosed with the virus. Britain has reported five cases in travelers returning from South America.
Health agencies investigating the Zika outbreaks are finding an increasing body of evidence about the link between Zika virus and microcephaly.
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19 Cases of Zika Virus Reported in Puerto Rico: Health Secretary
The mosquito-borne Zika virus has now been found in 19 people in Puerto Rico, although none were pregnant women, the group most at risk.
The mosquito-borne Zika virus has now been found in 19 people in Puerto Rico, although none were pregnant women, the group most at risk.
Zika virus is transmitted to people through the bite of an infected mosquito from the Aedes genus, mainly Aedes aegypti in tropical regions. This is the same mosquito that transmits dengue, chikungunya and yellow fever.
Diagnosis
Zika virus is diagnosed through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) and virus isolation from blood samples.
Prevention
Mosquitoes and their breeding sites pose a significant risk factor for Zika virus infection.
Using insect repellent; wearing clothes (preferably light-coloured) that cover as much of the body as possible; using physical barriers such as screens, and sleeping under mosquito nets are some of the prevention methods.
It is also necessary to empty, clean or cover containers that can hold water such as buckets, flowerpots or tyres, to stop mosquito breeding.
Insecticides recommended by the WHO Pesticide Evaluation Scheme may also be used as larvicides to treat relatively large water containers.
Treatment
Zika virus disease is usually relatively mild and requires no specific treatment. People affected with Zika virus should get plenty of rest, drink enough fluids, and treat pain and fever with common medicines.
If symptoms worsen, medical care and advice should be sought immediately. However, currently no vaccines are found for the prevention or treatment of Zika virus.
(Source: WHO) Source-IANS
