Sanofi rejects US Army request for 'fair' pricing for a Zika vaccine – Pharmacy Today, American Pharmacists Association,05/18/2017Sanofi rejects US Army request for 'fair' pricing for a Zika vaccinePharmacy Today, American Pharmacists Association, pharmacist.comSanofi Pasteur has rejected a request from the U.S. Army to set an affordable U.S. price for […]
Yearly Archives: 2017
No New Cases Of Zika Reported This Week, DOH Data Reveals – VI Consortium (press release)05/17/2017VI Consortium (press release)No New Cases Of Zika Reported This Week, DOH Data RevealsVI Consortium (press release)Following last week's news that a mother with Zika had given birth to a baby with microcephaly — the […]
No New Cases Of Zika Reported This Week, DOH Data ...
New Zika virus inhibitor identified – Science Daily05/17/2017New Zika virus inhibitor identifiedScience Daily"We identified a small molecule that inhibits the Zika virus protease, and show that it blocks viral propagation in human cells and in mice," Terskikh says. "Anti-Zika drugs are desperately needed. The fact that the compound seems to […]
New Zika virus inhibitor identified – Science Daily
A step towards understanding Zika – UQ News05/17/2017UQ NewsA step towards understanding ZikaUQ NewsBrisbane researchers have synthetically re-created Zika virus in the laboratory – a breakthrough that will help to understand the virus and the fetal brain defects it causes. The collaborative research was led by UQ School of Chemistry […]
A step towards understanding Zika – UQ News
Gulf Coast Zika epidemic with 1% attack rate would cost $1.2 billion – Healio05/16/2017Gulf Coast Zika epidemic with 1% attack rate would cost $1.2 billionHealioLast year, in the midst of an epidemic that revealed Zika's ability to cause serious birth defects, President Barack Obama requested $1.9 billion to fund the […]
Gulf Coast Zika epidemic with 1% attack rate would cost ...
New research could be first step toward drug to treat Zika infections05/17/2017News-Medical.netNew research could be first step toward drug to treat Zika infectionsNews-Medical.netNew research led by Alexey Terskikh, Ph.D., associate professor at Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute (SBP), and Alex Strongin, Ph.D., professor at SBP, could be a first […]
New research could be first step toward drug to treat ...
Brazil declares end of Zika state of emergency but UK urges caution – The Independent05/16/2017The IndependentBrazil declares end of Zika state of emergency but UK urges cautionThe IndependentThe Brazilian government may have declared the end of the state of emergency related to the Zika virus, but UK health authorities still […]
Brazil declares end of Zika state of emergency but UK ...
Researchers Find Zika Virus Inhibitor – R & D Magazine05/16/2017EurekAlert (press release)Researchers Find Zika Virus InhibitorR & D MagazineResearchers from the Sanford-Burnham Preby's Medical Discovery Institute (SBP) in San Diego have pinpointed the molecule that inhibits the Zika virus, a step towards finding a drug to combat the virus, which […]
Researchers Find Zika Virus Inhibitor – R & D Magazine
Urine test could detect Zika virus quickly, protect unborn babies – Science Daily05/15/2017CBS DetroitUrine test could detect Zika virus quickly, protect unborn babiesScience DailyAnd, no quick, reliable test for Zika virus … until now. Babies born with the virus often have lifelong, devastating birth defects. Testing for the virus currently […]
Urine test could detect Zika virus quickly, protect unborn babies ...
UT Researchers Create Computer Model to Track Zika Spread in Real-Time – KUOW News and Information05/16/2017KUOW News and InformationUT Researchers Create Computer Model to Track Zika Spread in Real-TimeKUOW News and InformationFirst, Zika must be transported to Texas by an infected individual. A mosquito must then bite that individual and […]
UT Researchers Create Computer Model to Track Zika Spread in ...
Zika Virus still a concern: Here is what you need to know to be prepared05/15/2017whnt.comZika Virus still a concern: Here is what you need to know to be preparedwhnt.comMADISON COUNTY, Ala. – This time last year, the Zika virus was a major concern in the United States. The Madison County […]
Zika Virus still a concern: Here is what you need ...
Zika Remains A Major Global Concern And Here Are Three Companies Working To Fix It – Economic Calendar05/15/2017Zika Remains A Major Global Concern And Here Are Three Companies Working To Fix ItEconomic CalendarWhile to a large degree it has dropped out of the mainstream media outlets' sphere of coverage, Zika […]
Zika Remains A Major Global Concern And Here Are Three ...
The world has been waiting on this news about the Zika virus |05/15/2017NJ.comThe world has been waiting on this news about the Zika virus | NJ.comNJ.comBrazilian authorities are still on alert but the news this week could not have been better.Flyers issued about Zika – Brownsville Herald: Local NewsBrownsville HeraldQ&A: […]
The world has been waiting on this news about the ...
Flyers issued about Zika – Brownsville Herald05/14/2017Brownsville HeraldFlyers issued about ZikaBrownsville HeraldFlyers are being distributed in Brownsville neighborhoods titled “What You Need To Know About Zika.” The flyer mentions the risk to a mother's pregnancy and what the symptoms are. It also provides helpful tips for getting rid of mosquitoes […]
Flyers issued about Zika – Brownsville Herald
Q&A: Zika testing guidance for pregnant women – Healio05/13/2017Q&A: Zika testing guidance for pregnant womenHealioThe CDC recently updated guidance on the interpretation of Zika testing results for women who plan on becoming pregnant and live in or frequently travel to areas where Zika is circulating. Because Zika antibodies can remain […]
Q&A: Zika testing guidance for pregnant women – Healio
Zika takes root in northern Belize – Amandala05/13/2017AmandalaZika takes root in northern BelizeAmandalaBELIZE CITY, Wed. May 10, 2017–Roughly a year ago, Belize confirmed its first case of Zika, an emerging mosquito-borne disease which quickly attained pandemic status. By September 2016, there were only 42 confirmed cases, but as many as […]
Zika takes root in northern Belize – Amandala
Motherhood in the time of Zika – BBC News04/29/2017BBC NewsMotherhood in the time of ZikaBBC NewsKatie Falkenberg's photo feature on mothers caring for children damaged by the Zika virus in Brazil was a Pulitzer Prize finalist in 2017. Falkenberg spoke to us about the hardship and love of the mothers […]
Motherhood in the time of Zika – BBC News
Brazil says its Zika crisis is over—for now – Fast Company05/12/2017Fast CompanyBrazil says its Zika crisis is over—for nowFast CompanyBrazil may have bested the Zika virus and that's good news (unless you're a mosquito). Back in November 2015, Brazil declared a national emergency after Zika cases skyrocketed. The virus is […]
Brazil says its Zika crisis is over—for now – Fast ...
US may be severely underestimating Zika's potential impact; costs could be in the billions – CNBC05/11/2017CNBCUS may be severely underestimating Zika's potential impact; costs could be in the billionsCNBCThe Zika virus stands to cost the United States billions of dollars, even if few people are infected. Researchers from several American […]
US may be severely underestimating Zika's potential impact; costs could ...
No rain, fewer mosquitoes means less chance of Zika – Citrus County Chronicle05/12/2017No rain, fewer mosquitoes means less chance of ZikaCitrus County ChronicleLECANTO — If people can say something good about this drought, it's the fact that it has cut down on mosquitoes. And the fewer of those biting pests, […]
No rain, fewer mosquitoes means less chance of Zika – ...
Potential Zika virus vaccine developed – India Today05/11/2017Potential Zika virus vaccine developedIndia TodayNew York, May 11 (PTI) Scientists have developed a potential Zika virus vaccine that may offer safe and effective protection against the infection as well as its serious effects such as microcephaly. Microcephaly is a birth defect where […]
Potential Zika virus vaccine developed – India Today
Police joke warning of Zika-tinged meth draws cheers, jeers |05/09/2017KSL.comPolice joke warning of Zika-tinged meth draws cheers, jeers | KSL.comKSL.comThe Morgan County Sheriff's Office has drawn laughter and criticism for post warning some meth is infected with Zika.and more » useful content helpful resources my blog More Info
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Partner Coordination and Community Engagement are Key in Addressing Zika in Colombia – ReliefWeb05/10/2017Partner Coordination and Community Engagement are Key in Addressing Zika in ColombiaReliefWebBogota, Colombia. On May 2-5, the Americas Zika Response Team at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), representatives from the Colombian […]
Partner Coordination and Community Engagement are Key in Addressing Zika ...
Governor's Zika Virus Orders Extend Deadlines for Development Permits – Lexology (registration)05/09/2017Lexology (registration)Governor's Zika Virus Orders Extend Deadlines for Development PermitsLexology (registration)An opportunity to obtain substantial permit and development order extensions is available as a result of Emergency Orders issued by Florida Gov. Rick Scott because of the Zika virus. […]
Governor's Zika Virus Orders Extend Deadlines for Development Permits – ...
124 Zika Cases Confirmed in Belize – LoveFM05/10/2017LoveFM124 Zika Cases Confirmed in BelizeLoveFMBetween November 2016 and April 2017, the Ministry of Health has sent out five hundred and thirty seven samples to Chetumal for Zika testing. Of that amount, one hundred and twenty four of them have turned out positive. […]
124 Zika Cases Confirmed in Belize – LoveFM
3 Retest Positive for Zika in DC; CDC Updates Testing Procedures – NBC4 Washington05/08/2017NBC4 Washington3 Retest Positive for Zika in DC; CDC Updates Testing ProceduresNBC4 WashingtonRetests of 2016 Zika virus tests found three people tested positive for the virus in D.C., and last year's botched tests revealed the Centers for […]
3 Retest Positive for Zika in DC; CDC Updates Testing ...
Promising Zika Virus Vaccine Candidate – PR Newswire (press release)05/09/2017Promising Zika Virus Vaccine CandidatePR Newswire (press release)TARRYTOWN, N.Y., May 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — TechnoVax, Inc., a biotechnology developer of novel vaccines, announced preclinical results showing its Zika virus (ZIKV) vaccine, which is developed using the company's proprietary virus-like particle (VLP) … […]
Promising Zika Virus Vaccine Candidate – PR Newswire (press release)
Ahead of mosquito season, 18 pregnant women in Texas area have Zika – WDEF News 1205/07/2017WDEF News 12Ahead of mosquito season, 18 pregnant women in Texas area have ZikaWDEF News 12BROWNSVILLE, Texas (CBS News) — When we first met 23-year-old Rocio Morado of Brownsville, Texas, last month, she was 36 […]
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Studying Zika – Harvard Magazine05/08/2017Harvard MagazineStudying ZikaHarvard MagazineTo understand the outbreak of a disease like Zika, and ultimately to fight it, researchers must work on multiple levels. There are questions of molecules and chemical processes: how does the virus infect a cell, and what components provoke an immune …Natural Antibodies Could […]
Studying Zika – Harvard Magazine
French Researchers Discover a Target to Prevent Zika Birth Defects – (blog)05/08/2017French Researchers Discover a Target to Prevent Zika Birth DefectsLabiotech.eu (blog)Researchers from the Institut Pasteur and the Inserm have identified a protein target that, when overexpressed, can block Zika infections. The recent Zika epidemics in the Pacific and South […]
French Researchers Discover a Target to Prevent Zika Birth Defects ...
Zika Virus May Produce Abnormalities In Fetus: 1 Out Of 10 Babies With Prenatal Exposure In Danger – Science Times05/07/2017Science TimesZika Virus May Produce Abnormalities In Fetus: 1 Out Of 10 Babies With Prenatal Exposure In DangerScience TimesInside A Hospital Maternity Ward As Guatemala Fights Spread Of Zika Virus (Photo […]
Zika Virus May Produce Abnormalities In Fetus: 1 Out Of ...
Local officials roll out Zika prevention campaign – Martinsville Bulletin05/07/2017Martinsville BulletinLocal officials roll out Zika prevention campaignMartinsville Bulletin“To get ahead of the mosquito season, the (West Piedmont Health District) and the City of Martinsville Police Department have already kick-started year two of our successful door-to-door campaign distributing Zika prevention door […]
Local officials roll out Zika prevention campaign – Martinsville Bulletin
Zika virus confirmed in Clark County man – MyDaytonDailyNews05/04/2017MyDaytonDailyNewsZika virus confirmed in Clark County manMyDaytonDailyNewsThe Clark County Combined Health District has confirmed that a Northridge man has Zika that he contracted after traveling to an area affected by the virus. The man's illness previously was a suspected case reported by […]
Zika virus confirmed in Clark County man – MyDaytonDailyNews
Visual impairment associated with congenital Zika syndrome – Healio05/06/2017Visual impairment associated with congenital Zika syndromeHealioLOS ANGELES — Babies presenting with congenital Zika syndrome can have significant visual impairment, regardless of whether they have other ocular findings, Camila Ventura, MD, said at Cornea Subspecialty Day preceding the American Society of … Abbott […]
Visual impairment associated with congenital Zika syndrome – Healio
Discovery of a Zika antibody offers hope for a vaccine – Science Daily05/04/2017Discovery of a Zika antibody offers hope for a vaccineScience DailyOne could envision, for example, administering Z004 to safely prevent Zika among pregnant women or others at risk of contracting the disease," says Davide F. Robbiani, a research […]
Discovery of a Zika antibody offers hope for a vaccine ...
Governor Abbott In Brownsville To Lead Zika Prevention Roundtable – kurv05/05/2017kurvGovernor Abbott In Brownsville To Lead Zika Prevention RoundtablekurvGovernor Greg Abbott traveled to Brownsville Friday to urge local health officials kick their Zika response plans into gear now that mosquito season is upon us. Abbott gathered with city and county […]
Governor Abbott In Brownsville To Lead Zika Prevention Roundtable – ...
City prepares to fight Zika as mosquito season begins05/05/2017NBC4i.comCity prepares to fight Zika as mosquito season beginsNBC4i.comCOLUMBUS (WCMH) — Last year, 12 cases of Zika were found in Franklin County. The Columbus Public Health department says Zika can be a year-round threat when traveling–however, it starts sounding like more of […]
City prepares to fight Zika as mosquito season begins
Apatang ups fight vs Zika – Saipan Tribune05/04/2017Apatang ups fight vs ZikaSaipan TribuneZika is a virus that is spread primarily through mosquitoes. The first outbreak was in the year 2015 and the virus has been making its way across the Pacific since then. According to Apatang, to lessen the swarm […]
Apatang ups fight vs Zika – Saipan Tribune
Low-cost, Low-tech Zika Surveillance Tool Developed – Technology Networks05/05/2017Low-cost, Low-tech Zika Surveillance Tool DevelopedTechnology NetworksTo combat potential outbreaks of the Zika virus, some countries have considered using pesticides so strong that they are banned elsewhere. But if you could quickly determine that mosquitoes were not carrying the Zika virus, the […]
Low-cost, Low-tech Zika Surveillance Tool Developed – Technology Networks
Pregnant women unaware of Zika basics, Texas study finds05/02/2017Chron.comPregnant women unaware of Zika basics, Texas study findsChron.comZika's primary victims are developing babies in the womb, but a new survey suggests that many pregnant women don't know basic information or take recommended steps to prevent the spread of the mosquito-borne virus. […]
Pregnant women unaware of Zika basics, Texas study finds
Researchers advance low-cost, low-tech Zika virus surveillance tool – Science Daily05/03/2017The ScientistResearchers advance low-cost, low-tech Zika virus surveillance toolScience DailyTo combat potential Zika virus outbreaks, some countries have considered using pesticides so strong that they are banned elsewhere. But what if you could quickly determine that mosquitoes were not carrying […]
Researchers advance low-cost, low-tech Zika virus surveillance tool – Science ...
Three of 48 fetuses exposed to Zika in utero had abnormal fetal MRIs – EurekAlert (press release)05/04/2017EurekAlert (press release)Three of 48 fetuses exposed to Zika in utero had abnormal fetal MRIsEurekAlert (press release)During a recent trip Sarah B. Mulkey, M.D., Ph.D., made to Colombia, where Children's National Health System researchers […]
Three of 48 fetuses exposed to Zika in utero had ...
Costs of Zika fight rise to nearly $30M in Miami-Dade County – WCTV05/03/2017WCTVCosts of Zika fight rise to nearly $30M in Miami-Dade CountyWCTVMIAMI (AP) — Miami-Dade County plans to hire a full-time entomologist in its increasingly costly fight against the Zika virus. The Miami Herald reports the county's budget to […]
Costs of Zika fight rise to nearly $30M in Miami-Dade ...
Computer model developed to assess risk of a Zika epidemic in real-time – EurekAlert (press release)05/04/2017Computer model developed to assess risk of a Zika epidemic in real-timeEurekAlert (press release)A new model for assessing real-time risk of a Zika virus epidemic in the United States is described in research published in […]
Computer model developed to assess risk of a Zika epidemic ...
Suspected Zika case puts Ohio neighborhood on mosquito alert05/03/2017fox8.comSuspected Zika case puts Ohio neighborhood on mosquito alertfox8.comThe Springfield News-Sun reports the Clark County Combined Health District is awaiting test results for a man who had symptoms of the virus after visiting a Zika hot spot that officials aren't naming. District […]
Suspected Zika case puts Ohio neighborhood on mosquito alert
Virginia urges residents to help combat spread of Zika virus – Lynchburg News and Advance05/01/2017Virginia urges residents to help combat spread of Zika virusLynchburg News and AdvanceOfficials say residents can help prevent the spread of Zika by tipping containers that collect water, like flower pots, where mosquitoes like to breed. […]
Virginia urges residents to help combat spread of Zika virus ...
Novel compound blocks replication of Zika and other viruses American Society for Microbiology – EurekAlert (press release)05/02/2017Novel compound blocks replication of Zika and other viruses American Society for MicrobiologyEurekAlert (press release)Drugs that activate those existing systems suggest a promising novel approach to treating dangerous infections by Zika and other viruses, […]
Novel compound blocks replication of Zika and other viruses American ...
Miami-Dade hiring insect expert as Zika tab approaches $30 million – Miami Herald05/02/2017Miami HeraldMiami-Dade hiring insect expert as Zika tab approaches $30 millionMiami HeraldThe hiring of an insect scientist reflects the increasingly pricey effort by Miami-Dade to prevent Zika outbreaks once the rainy days of summer arrive. Miami-Dade's latest estimate […]
Miami-Dade hiring insect expert as Zika tab approaches $30 million ...
Health officials warn about the threat of Zika, already 19 cases in Maryland this year – ABC2 News05/01/2017ABC2 NewsHealth officials warn about the threat of Zika, already 19 cases in Maryland this yearABC2 NewsHere in Maryland, the blood sucking pests start breeding in March, and with those itchy bites come […]
Health officials warn about the threat of Zika, already 19 ...
Clues to Zika Damage Might Lie in Cases of Twins – New York Times05/01/2017New York TimesClues to Zika Damage Might Lie in Cases of TwinsNew York TimesUntil recently, Brazil's Zika twins seemed to follow a pattern, said Mayana Zatz, a geneticist and molecular biologist at the University of São Paulo. […]
Clues to Zika Damage Might Lie in Cases of Twins ...
Zika virus suspected in Clark County – Dayton Daily News04/29/2017Dayton Daily NewsZika virus suspected in Clark CountyDayton Daily NewsClark County Health Commissioner Charlie Patterson said the unidentified person recently returned from a trip to a “Zika hot spot” and there is no evidence that the disease has been transmitted locally. […]
Zika virus suspected in Clark County – Dayton Daily News
New vaccine against zika will be tested in Yucatan – The Yucatan Times04/29/2017The Yucatan TimesNew vaccine against zika will be tested in YucatanThe Yucatan TimesMERIDA — The pharmaceutical company that developed the dengue vaccine now is working on a similar fight against zika. According to Milenio Novedades, the testing phase […]
New vaccine against zika will be tested in Yucatan – ...
March Of Dimes Tackles New Threat Facing Unborn Babies: Zika – CBS New York04/29/2017CBS New YorkMarch Of Dimes Tackles New Threat Facing Unborn Babies: ZikaCBS New YorkSo Zika Care Connect is intended to be that resource,” the organization's national president, Stacey Stewart, told WCBS 880's Marla Diamond. The Centers for […]
March Of Dimes Tackles New Threat Facing Unborn Babies: Zika ...
Florida: No Zika found in mosquito samples so far – The Detroit News04/28/2017The Detroit NewsFlorida: No Zika found in mosquito samples so farThe Detroit NewsTallahassee, Fla. — Florida agriculture officials say no mosquitoes in the state have tested positive for the Zika virus so far this year. A statement from […]
Florida: No Zika found in mosquito samples so far – ...
Texas Health Officials Say We're Still 'Quite Vulnerable' To Zika This Mosquito Season – KUT04/25/2017KUTTexas Health Officials Say We're Still 'Quite Vulnerable' To Zika This Mosquito SeasonKUTMosquito season is upon us, and Texas still isn't out of the woods when it comes to Zika. The mosquito-borne illness can cause birth […]
Texas Health Officials Say We're Still 'Quite Vulnerable' To Zika ...
Rollins, Inc. Earnings Fueled by Zika Fears04/27/2017Madison.comRollins, Inc. Earnings Fueled by Zika FearsMadison.comAccording to CNN's material, more than 28,000 people were infected with the Ebola epidemic during 2014 through 2016, with over 11,000 deaths. And as of March 10 this year, 84 countries have reported Zika transmission. This disease was […]
Rollins, Inc. Earnings Fueled by Zika Fears
Games to bring Zika mozzie risk – Gold Coast Bulletin04/26/2017Gold Coast BulletinGames to bring Zika mozzie riskGold Coast BulletinThe huge number of visitors during the Commonwealth Games puts the city at an increased risk of two exotic mosquito species known to carry Zika and Dengue Fever, according to a Gold […]
Games to bring Zika mozzie risk – Gold Coast Bulletin
Hong Kong woman who travelled to South America becomes first imported Zika case of the year – South China Morning Post04/27/2017South China Morning PostHong Kong woman who travelled to South America becomes first imported Zika case of the yearSouth China Morning PostA 31-year-old woman has been confirmed to be Hong […]
Hong Kong woman who travelled to South America becomes first ...
State briefs: Arizona health officials promote steps to counter Zika – Kdminer04/26/2017State briefs: Arizona health officials promote steps to counter ZikaKdminerPHOENIX (AP) – State officials are launching a campaign to encourage Arizona residents and visitors to take steps to counter the spread of Zika, the mosquito-borne virus that can cause […]
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4 new Zika cases confirmed, 2 in new cluster at Highland Road and Jansen Close – The Straits Times04/25/2017Channel NewsAsia4 new Zika cases confirmed, 2 in new cluster at Highland Road and Jansen CloseThe Straits TimesSINGAPORE – Four new cases of Zika have been confirmed, with two of them from […]
4 new Zika cases confirmed, 2 in new cluster at ...
Health Front: Blood Banks Zika Ready, Approved Hep C Drugs, Too Busy and Status – Two Rivers Tribune04/25/2017WUNCHealth Front: Blood Banks Zika Ready, Approved Hep C Drugs, Too Busy and StatusTwo Rivers TribuneU.S. blood banks are confident they have the tools to protect America's blood supply from possible new Zika […]
Health Front: Blood Banks Zika Ready, Approved Hep C Drugs, ...
Warm weather to resurrect Zika fears across the US04/24/2017AccuWeather.comWarm weather to resurrect Zika fears across the USAccuWeather.comThough American's fear over the local Zika virus transmission has all but disappeared since last fall, health officials say the threat will return as temperatures rise in the coming months. The Zika virus is […]
Warm weather to resurrect Zika fears across the US
UNC, Duke receive $3M from CDC for zika test – BSI bureau (press release)04/25/2017BSI bureau (press release)UNC, Duke receive $3M from CDC for zika testBSI bureau (press release)A team of researchers from the UNC School of Medicine and Duke University, as well as the University of Vermont and the University […]
UNC, Duke receive $3M from CDC for zika test – ...
De Silva lab awarded $3 million federal contract to develop Zika test – EurekAlert (press release)04/20/2017De Silva lab awarded $3 million federal contract to develop Zika testEurekAlert (press release)CHAPEL HILL, NC – Researchers at the UNC School of Medicine are working to develop a test for the Zika virus that […]
De Silva lab awarded $3 million federal contract to develop ...
Over 100 Zika cases in Quebec – Life in Quebec04/23/2017Life in QuebecOver 100 Zika cases in QuebecLife in QuebecThe Santé publique reminds Quebecers planning their vacations in the South to always consider the Zika virus, which will continue to cause casualties this year. “You should be careful. It is not […]
Over 100 Zika cases in Quebec – Life in Quebec
Arrival of Zika spurs action – Valley morning Star04/23/2017Valley morning StarArrival of Zika spurs actionValley morning StarThe lessons learned from Zika have spurred state Sen. Eddie Lucio Jr., D-Brownsville, to propose a border task force bill that would allow for better communication between local health officials and the state. If […]
Arrival of Zika spurs action – Valley morning Star
Zika still a cause for concern – health officials – Barbados Today04/22/2017Barbados TodayZika still a cause for concern – health officialsBarbados TodayIn its latest update on communicable diseases, the Ministry also revealed that there were 705 suspected cases of Zika between early 2015 when the outbreak started and April 1 […]
Zika still a cause for concern – health officials – ...
Stopping Zika – WTAJ04/21/2017WTAJStopping ZikaWTAJMore than 5,000 cases of Zika virus have been reported in the United States since 2015, and scientists say there may be a resurgence of cases of this mosquito-borne disease over the next few months. Researchers have learned more about how Zika is … As Zika Season […]
Stopping Zika – WTAJ
Puerto Rico 'is hiding the true scale of Zika amid tourism fears': The island's data says 16 babies were born with … – Daily Mail04/18/2017Daily MailPuerto Rico 'is hiding the true scale of Zika amid tourism fears': The island's data says 16 babies were born with …Daily MailPuerto Rico has […]
Puerto Rico 'is hiding the true scale of Zika amid ...
UNC, Duke part of $3.2M project to develop better Zika virus test – WRAL Tech Wire04/21/2017WRAL Tech WireUNC, Duke part of $3.2M project to develop better Zika virus testWRAL Tech WireResearchers at the UNC School of Medicine and Duke University are part of a project that has received a $3.2 […]
UNC, Duke part of $3.2M project to develop better Zika ...
Texas Seeks to Round 'Em Up – Zika Fears Spread – Lexology (registration)04/20/2017Lexology (registration)Texas Seeks to Round 'Em Up – Zika Fears SpreadLexology (registration)Texas Department of State Health Services (“DSHS”) Commissioner Dr. John Hellerstedt was quoted in an April 7, 2017 news release saying “Zika remains a significant health risk […]
Texas Seeks to Round 'Em Up – Zika Fears Spread ...
Gene-RADAR Authorized for Zika Testing: Interview with Nanobiosym Founder and CEO, Dr. Anita Goel – Medgadget (blog)04/20/2017Medgadget (blog)Gene-RADAR Authorized for Zika Testing: Interview with Nanobiosym Founder and CEO, Dr. Anita GoelMedgadget (blog)The World Health Organization reports that over 60 countries and territories suffer from continuing transmission of Zika, while the […]
Gene-RADAR Authorized for Zika Testing: Interview with Nanobiosym Founder and ...
County health director says agency can fight Zika – News Chief04/20/2017News ChiefCounty health director says agency can fight ZikaNews ChiefBARTOW — The Zika virus can been attacked by the Florida Department of Heath, but curing the opioid epidemic is beyond a single agency's reach, Dr. Joy Jackson said Wednesday. The […]
County health director says agency can fight Zika – News ...
Zika-Fighting Sterile Mosquitoes Released Near Key West04/19/2017NBCNews.comZika-Fighting Sterile Mosquitoes Released Near Key WestNBCNews.comMIAMI BEACH, Fla. — Thousands of bacteria-infected mosquitoes were released in the wild Tuesday near Key West, testing a new way to kill mosquitoes that carry Zika and other viruses. The Florida Keys Mosquito Control District released 20,000 […]
Zika-Fighting Sterile Mosquitoes Released Near Key West
Zika Can Harm Babies' Vision, Too – Arizona Daily Star04/19/2017Arizona Daily StarZika Can Harm Babies' Vision, TooArizona Daily StarTUESDAY, April 18, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Although Zika virus is most well-known for the devastating neurological damage it can cause in the womb, a new study reports that some babies infected […]
Zika Can Harm Babies' Vision, Too – Arizona Daily Star
NeuroBreak: Zika Epilepsy; Opioid Beliefs – MedPage Today04/18/2017NeuroBreak: Zika Epilepsy; Opioid BeliefsMedPage TodayAnother potential complication of congenital Zika virus infection: seizures and epilepsy. In a statement, the CDC cautioned that cases of Zika-associated epilepsy may be misdiagnosed or underreported. "Caregivers' and healthcare providers' ability to … Zika virus can trigger epilepsy […]
NeuroBreak: Zika Epilepsy; Opioid Beliefs – MedPage Today
Brazilian twins with Zika celebrate their first birthday – Daily Mail04/17/2017Daily MailBrazilian twins with Zika celebrate their first birthdayDaily MailMother Raquel Barbosa (left) contracted the Zika during her pregnancy, and her twins, Heloisa (second left) and Heloá (second right), were born with microcephaly, believed to be linked to the virus. […]
Brazilian twins with Zika celebrate their first birthday – Daily ...
'Indian firm's Zika virus vaccine 100% efficient in animal trials' – The Hindu04/18/2017The Hindu'Indian firm's Zika virus vaccine 100% efficient in animal trials'The HinduThe Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech's 'killed Zika virus vaccine' using an African strain has shown 100% efficacy against mortality and disease in animal studies, a study has shown. […]
'Indian firm's Zika virus vaccine 100% efficient in animal trials' ...
Second type of mosquito may be able to carry Zika virus04/16/2017UPI.comSecond type of mosquito may be able to carry Zika virusUPI.comFRIDAY, April 14, 2017 — Traces of Zika virus genetic material have been found in a second mosquito species, researchers report. The main carrier of Zika is the yellow fever […]
Second type of mosquito may be able to carry Zika ...
The first live-attenuated vaccine candidate completely protects against Zika infection – Science Daily04/10/2017Science DailyThe first live-attenuated vaccine candidate completely protects against Zika infectionScience DailyThe first live-attenuated Zika vaccine still in the development stage completely protected mice against the virus after a single vaccination dose, according to new research from The […]
The first live-attenuated vaccine candidate completely protects against Zika infection ...
Zika attack – Almost 8000 suspected cases of the virus in JA 15 months – Jamaica Gleaner04/16/2017Jamaica GleanerZika attack – Almost 8000 suspected cases of the virus in JA 15 monthsJamaica GleanerLocal health officials have recorded almost 10,000 notifications of suspected cases of the Zika virus (ZIKV) in Jamaica between […]
Zika attack – Almost 8000 suspected cases of the virus ...
There's another mosquito carrying Zika virus – New York Post04/14/2017New York PostThere's another mosquito carrying Zika virusNew York PostTraces of the Zika virus have been found in a second mosquito species — a bloodsucker quite at home in New York, according to a troubling new study. Scientists discovered genetic material […]
There's another mosquito carrying Zika virus – New York Post
Zika Found in Common Backyard Asian Tiger Mosquito04/14/2017NBCNews.comZika Found in Common Backyard Asian Tiger MosquitoNBCNews.comA common backyard mosquito can be infected with the Zika virus and it may pass the virus along in its eggs, researchers reported Friday. The findings add to worries that the Asian tiger mosquito, scientifically known […]
Zika Found in Common Backyard Asian Tiger Mosquito
Health official: Woman with Zika virus to deliver in Corpus Christi – Corpus Christi Caller-Times04/13/2017Corpus Christi Caller-TimesHealth official: Woman with Zika virus to deliver in Corpus ChristiCorpus Christi Caller-TimesA pregnant woman diagnosed with Zika virus will be coming to Corpus Christi for delivery and care, according to a public health […]
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Taiwan's first imported Zika case this year reported – Taiwan News04/14/2017Taiwan NewsTaiwan's first imported Zika case this year reportedTaiwan NewsTAIPEI (Taiwan News) – Taiwan's Centers for Disease Control (CDC) confirmed Thursday a case of the Zika infection in a young man living in northern Taiwan who traveled to Angola in […]
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Four reasons why we shouldn't forget about Zika – The Conversation UK04/13/2017The Conversation UKFour reasons why we shouldn't forget about ZikaThe Conversation UKA group of researchers investigating yellow fever, in 1947, discovered a new virus in a sick monkey – the Zika virus. The researchers probably never imagined that nearly […]
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Researchers find Zika has been 'silently circulating' in Africa for 2 decades – Healio04/13/2017Researchers find Zika has been 'silently circulating' in Africa for 2 decadesHealioAn analysis of blood samples collected from febrile patients from 1992 to 2016 in West Africa revealed that Zika virus has been “silently circulating” in the […]
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Oh Good, It's Bug Season in LA (Now With Added Zika Anxiety!) – LAist04/12/2017Oh Good, It's Bug Season in LA (Now With Added Zika Anxiety!)LAistGreat news, everyone; it appears winter showers bring spring bug swarms. The L.A. Times reported Tuesday that this winter's drought-ending rain has ushered in an infestation […]
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India vulnerable to Zika, Ebola; level of preparedness inadequate: Experts – Hindustan Times04/13/2017Hindustan TimesIndia vulnerable to Zika, Ebola; level of preparedness inadequate: ExpertsHindustan TimesSouth Asian nations, including India, are vulnerable to emerging infectious diseases such as Zika and Ebola, and their level of preparedness is inadequate to protect public health, […]
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The race is on to stop a Zika virus epidemic in the US – CNBC04/11/2017CNBCThe race is on to stop a Zika virus epidemic in the USCNBCThe weather is still cold in much of the United States, so many Americans have forgotten about the dangers that can accompany warm weather. […]
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Emeril Lagasse's Kitchen House opens in College Park, Zika, Measles – Orlando Sentinel04/12/2017Orlando SentinelEmeril Lagasse's Kitchen House opens in College Park, Zika, MeaslesOrlando SentinelSo far this year, there have been 36 Zika cases in Florida, two of which were acquired locally, according to the Florida health department. Orange County has […]
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Austrian biotech Themis launches Zika vaccine clinical trial – Yahoo Finance04/11/2017Austrian biotech Themis launches Zika vaccine clinical trialYahoo FinanceApril 11 (Reuters) – Austrian biotech company Themis Bioscience said on Tuesday it had started a clinical trial of an experimental Zika vaccine in healthy volunteers, opening up another front in the […]
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Former township manager admits stealing $159k in municipal funds – Citizens Voice04/11/2017Citizens VoiceFormer township manager admits stealing $159k in municipal fundsCitizens VoiceWILKES-BARRE — Former Newport Township Manager Richard Zika on Tuesday admitted stealing nearly $160,000 from the township's refuse and recycling fund. Zika, 72, of 9007 E. Route 973, Montoursville, […]
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As Mosquito Season Ramps Up, So Does Progress on Zika Vaccine – American Council on Science and Health04/12/2017American Council on Science and HealthAs Mosquito Season Ramps Up, So Does Progress on Zika VaccineAmerican Council on Science and HealthA new Zika vaccine may be just around the corner, with incredibly promising […]
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Zika could cost Latin America, Caribbean countries $18 billion by 2018 – Down To Earth Magazine (press release) (registration) (blog)04/11/2017Down To Earth Magazine (press release) (registration) (blog)Zika could cost Latin America, Caribbean countries $18 billion by 2018Down To Earth Magazine (press release) (registration) (blog)The report used three scenarios based on […]
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FDA Grants Nanobiosym Diagnostics Emergency Use Authorization for Gene-RADAR® Zika Virus Test – Yahoo Finance04/11/2017Yahoo FinanceFDA Grants Nanobiosym Diagnostics Emergency Use Authorization for Gene-RADAR® Zika Virus TestYahoo FinanceThe Gene-RADAR® Zika Virus Test is authorized for the qualitative detection of RNA from Zika virus in human serum from individuals meeting Centers […]
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Health officials recommend more Zika testing in south Texas | kens5 … – KENS 5 TV04/10/2017KENS 5 TVHealth officials recommend more Zika testing in south Texas | kens5 …KENS 5 TVThe Health Department is recommending expanded Zika testing for pregnant women in six south Texas counties.Risk of Zika on the […]
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Are US blood donations safe from Zika? – WDEF News 1204/10/2017WDEF News 12Are US blood donations safe from Zika?WDEF News 12U.S. blood banks are confident they have the tools to protect America's blood supply from possible new Zika virus outbreaks during the upcoming mosquito season. A transfusion of Zika-tainted blood […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Omaha woman pregnant and infected with Zika – WOWT04/11/2017EXCLUSIVE: Omaha woman pregnant and infected with ZikaWOWTAn Omaha woman is pregnant and infected with Zika. Evelyn Sauastegui has a team of doctors guiding her through her high risk pregnancy at Methodist Women's Hospital. She is the first person in Nebraska […]
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New Zika Testing Recommendations Issued For Deep South Texas – kurv04/09/2017kurvNew Zika Testing Recommendations Issued For Deep South TexaskurvWith the mosquito season upon us, state health officials are issuing new recommendations for Zika virus testing for people in Deep South Texas. The Texas Department of Health Services is now urging […]