The Zika virus has recently been detected in Aedes albopictus also known as Asian Tiger mosquito which inhabit and thrive in some parts of the US including the New England region. The dreaded virus is held responsible for rising microcephaly cases, a condition where an infant has an abnormally small head, in Latin America and the Caribbean.
According to a new study, a doctor from Canada has invented a DIY mosquito trap using an old tire. This invention can significantly decrease the mosquito populations to cut down the spread of Zika Virus.
Federal officials announced a guidance for couple to delay pregnancy plan if either of them have been exposed to Zika virus that could lead to birth defects.
As we all know by now that Zika virus infection is linked to mosquito bites, people have become more cautious of mosquito bites to prevent Zika infection.
Health official from the United States and Brazil have begun their joint efforts to study the link between the Zika virus and microcephaly.
Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar visited their daughter Jill and son-in-law Derick Dillard while on a mission to Central America. The act, however, was lambasted by followers saying that they should have stayed home and look after their other kids.
The virus can infect fetus to cause microcephaly that cause babies to be born with small heads and neurological problems.
09 Aug '24 16:35PM
