Zika Virus

Zika virus spreads through mosquitoes, sex, or from an infected mother to a fetus during pregnancy.

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A person opens a male condom package. Prevention Prevent Zika by protecting yourself from mosquito bites, by using condoms, or by not having sex. Jan. 30, 2025 A United States passport rests on maps. Travel and Living Abroad Recommendations to prevent Zika in travelers and people living abroad are listed by areas of risk. Jan. 30, 2025 Symptoms and Complications Many people with Zika have no or mild symptoms. Infection during pregnancy can cause birth defects. Congenital Zika Syndrome Zika can spread from a pregnant woman to her fetus, leading to serious birth defects. Zika in the United States Zika is a nationally notifiable disease. Suspected cases are reported to health departments. Areas at Risk for Zika People planning to travel or living abroad can find geographic areas with active risk of Zika. Testing Get tested for Zika if you have symptoms and traveled or had sex with a traveler to a risk area. For Professionals Posterior view of a patient’s back, captured in a clinical setting, upon presenting with this blotchy rash. After a diagnostic work-up, it was determined that the rash had been caused by the Zika virus. Clinical Signs and Symptoms Review information for healthcare providers on the signs and symptoms of Zika virus disease. Jan. 30, 2025 Pregnant woman applying insect repellent Treatment and Prevention Review information for healthcare providers on how to treat and prevent Zika virus disease. Jan. 31, 2025 Sexual Transmission Educate your patients on how to prevent sexual transmission of Zika Virus. Clinical Testing & Diagnosis Provide clinical testing and diagnosis guidelines for Zika virus infection and disease. Clinical Considerations for Pregnant Women Monitor your pregnant women who may have been exposed to Zika virus during pregnancy.

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