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Zika virus may persist in the vagina days after infection
Zika virus may persist in the vagina days after infection
Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of Zika virus.Credit: Cynthia Goldsmith/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The Zika virus reproduces in the vaginal tissue of pregnant mice several days after infection, according to a study by Yale researchers.From the genitals, the virus spreads and infects the fetal brain, impairing fetal development.
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How to avoid sexually transmitting the Zika virus
How to avoid sexually transmitting the Zika virus
It may sound like the plot to a bad Michael Crichton book, but mosquitos carrying the dreaded Zika virus have officially arrived in Florida, and infected men are now spreading it through their sperm.Yes, the virus is this year's breakout STD, and not everyone has received the proper sex ed on how to stay safe.While much of the media coverage of Zika has focused on the danger it poses for pregnant women—the virus has been linked to severe birth defects—it's hardly just a women's issue.
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Hurricanes may influence spread of the Zika virus
Hurricanes may influence spread of the Zika virus
As a tropical storm is expected to hit Florida and the Bahamas this weekend, experts are concerned about the possible influence on the spread of the Zika virus, according to AccuWeather Jason Rasgon, associate professor of entomology and disease epidemiology at Penn State University, told AccuWeather that while the chance of mosquitos traveling through the powerful weather system is unlikely, the storm can have a negative impact on mosquito control efforts.A storm can prevent mosquito control workers from spraying insecticides, and previously sprayed insecticides can be washed away by storm waters.Storms can also leave behind standing water, which creates breeding grounds for mosquitos.AccuWeather suggests dumping any standing water, using mosquito repellant and wearing appropriate clothing to prevent mosquito bites.
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Horry County comes up with strategic plan to combat the Zika virus
Horry County comes up with strategic plan to combat the Zika virus
CONWAY, SC (WBTW) – Horry County has been working with DHEC to draft up a plan in case the Zika virus comes to our area.Councilmember Johnny Vaught says for the fight against Zika Horry County will work in three different phases.The first step is prevention, and they're working to remove spaces where mosquitoes breed.
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