Thursday, October 13, 2016

Scientists map DNA of Zika virus from semen : upi





as mentioned in upi

Scientists map DNA of Zika virus from semen

Scientists map DNA of Zika virus from semen
Scientists map DNA of Zika virus from semen
THURSDAY, Oct. 13, 2016 -- The first complete genetic "blueprint" -- genome -- of a sample of Zika virus derived from semen has been obtained by researchers.The mosquito-borne Zika virus typically results in a mild, transient illness, but can be especially harmful if contracted during pregnancy.That's because maternal infection has been tied to a severe birth defect called microcephaly, where babies are born with too-small heads and brains.


in the same way eurekalert

Zika virus infection may prevent reinfection, collaborative study finds

Zika virus infection may prevent reinfection, collaborative study finds
Zika virus infection may prevent reinfection, collaborative study finds
MANHATTAN, KANSAS -- People infected with Zika virus may not be susceptible to Zika virus again, according to the latest research involving Kansas State University's Biosecurity Research Institute."The research shows that infection provides excellent protection against reinfection," said Stephen Higgs, director of the Biosecurity Research Institute."This means people infected during this current epidemic will likely not be susceptible again.


as well sanluisobispo

First case of Zika virus reported in SLO County

First case of Zika virus reported in SLO County
First case of Zika virus reported in SLO County
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Zika virus infection may prevent reinfection, collaborative study finds

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