The Zika virus is a mosquito-borne flavivirus that is primarily spread by Aedes mosquitoes, which are also responsible for spreading dengue, chikungunya and yellow fever. The virus has mild symptoms but can have serious consequences. Zika virus can be especially dangerous for pregnant women and their babies. Early symptoms of Zika virus The virus was first reported in monkeys in Uganda in 1947 and later in humans in 1952. Since then it has caused several outbreaks around the world, most notably in Brazil in 2015-2016. In India, an outbreak of…
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health agencies alert due to nipah zika chandipura virus know causes symptoms and risk factors in hindi
: Virus Alert These days the threat of viruses has increased in the country. The fear of Nipah in Kerala, Chandipura in Gujarat and Zika virus in Maharashtra has increased. So far 27 deaths have occurred due to Chandipura virus in Gujarat and Nipah in Kerala Virus A 14-year-old boy died from Zika, while 28 cases of Zika virus have been found in Maharashtra. The central health agencies have become alert about three different viruses in three states. In such a situation, let us know what these three viruses are…
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On July 2, a 55-year-old woman was found infected with Zika virus in Pune. After which, cases of Zika virus are being reported continuously from Maharashtra and till now their number is being reported to be 7. In view of the increasing number of Zika virus cases, the central government has advised the states to remain alert for testing pregnant women and taking special care of them. Zika virus cases are increasing in Maharashtra Zika virus cases are increasing rapidly in some parts of Maharashtra. The Union Health Ministry has…
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Zika Virus : Zika virus has wreaked havoc in Pune. It has been confirmed in a pregnant woman as well. This virus has been detected after examining the sample of a 1 month pregnant woman. However, no symptoms of this virus have been found in that woman. Doctors have kept her under observation. In such a situation, the question arises that if a pregnant woman has become a victim of Zika virus, then is the baby growing in the womb also at risk from it, know what the experts say……
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