Zika Virus New Case India: The fear of Zika virus is being seen once again in India. The latest case is from Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, where a 6-year-old child from Venkatapuram village of Marripadu mandal was admitted to the hospital after his health deteriorated. Where on suspicion of Zika virus, doctors sent his blood sample to the laboratory in Pune. The report has not come yet. However, the child is being treated based on symptoms. The health department has become alert after the news of Zika Virus. Medical…
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Know what the Zika virus is including its causes symptoms and treatment options
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…
Read MoreZika Virus Cases in Maharashtra Union Health Ministry issues advisory To States
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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