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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
Taiwan's first imported Zika case this year reported – Taiwan ...
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 […]
Four reasons why we shouldn't forget about Zika – The ...
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 […]
Researchers find Zika has been 'silently circulating' in Africa for ...
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, […]
India vulnerable to Zika, Ebola; level of preparedness inadequate: Experts ...
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 […]
Emeril Lagasse's Kitchen House opens in College Park, Zika, Measles ...
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 […]
Austrian biotech Themis launches Zika vaccine clinical trial – Yahoo ...
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 […]
As Mosquito Season Ramps Up, So Does Progress on Zika ...
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 […]
Zika could cost Latin America, Caribbean countries $18 billion by ...
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 […]
FDA Grants Nanobiosym Diagnostics Emergency Use Authorization for Gene-RADAR® Zika ...
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 […]
EXCLUSIVE: Omaha woman pregnant and infected with Zika – WOWT
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 […]
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Zika and dengue have very similar symptoms: Richard Kuhn – Daily News & Analysis04/09/2017Daily News & AnalysisZika and dengue have very similar symptoms: Richard KuhnDaily News & AnalysisThe structures of zika, dengue, and chikungunya viruses are similar; they belong to the same family of flavivirus. After having discovered the intricacies […]
Zika and dengue have very similar symptoms: Richard Kuhn – ...
What Pelham Residents Should Know About Zika And Mosquito Season04/08/2017Patch.comWhat Pelham Residents Should Know About Zika And Mosquito SeasonPatch.comPELHAM, NY—Warmer spring weather is wonderful but it also means the start of mosquito season and a heightened threat of contracting one of several diseases spread by mosquitoes. That includes the Zika […]
What Pelham Residents Should Know About Zika And Mosquito Season
Zika cases top 200 in Pennsylvania – Tribune-Review04/08/2017WTAJZika cases top 200 in PennsylvaniaTribune-Review18, 2016, file photo, a female Aedes aegypti mosquito, known to be a carrier of the Zika virus, acquires a blood meal on the arm of a researcher at the Biomedical Sciences Institute of Sao Paulo University in […]
Zika cases top 200 in Pennsylvania – Tribune-Review
Zika virus continues to be a threat for pregnant women in the US, experts say – Cantech Letter04/07/2017Zika virus continues to be a threat for pregnant women in the US, experts sayCantech LetterA report from the United States Centres for Disease Control (CDC) states that about one in ten pregnant […]
Zika virus continues to be a threat for pregnant women ...
Promising Zika vaccine moves to next stage – La Crosse Tribune04/06/2017La Crosse TribunePromising Zika vaccine moves to next stageLa Crosse TribuneScientists have seen evidence of mosquito-transmitted Zika virus in at least 84 countries, meaning there are thousands of fetuses at risk for birth defects if their mothers become infected. Birth […]
Promising Zika vaccine moves to next stage – La Crosse ...
CDC Issues New Warning On Zika Virus Ahead Of Mosquito Season – NPR04/06/2017CDC Issues New Warning On Zika Virus Ahead Of Mosquito SeasonNPRHeard on All Things Considered. NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Margaret Honein, co-leader for the CDC Zika Response Team's Pregnancy and Birth Defects Task Force, about the latest […]
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We Could Probably Predict Zika Outbreaks If Humans Weren't So Unpredictable – FiveThirtyEight04/05/2017ABC27We Could Probably Predict Zika Outbreaks If Humans Weren't So UnpredictableFiveThirtyEightHe asked if NCAR was doing anything to address Zika. “No,” Monaghan replied. The center is an atmospheric science organization, he thought, what would we do? But that […]
We Could Probably Predict Zika Outbreaks If Humans Weren't So ...
Expectant mother with Zika virus expected to give birth in Corpus Christi – KRIS Corpus Christi News04/05/2017KRIS Corpus Christi NewsExpectant mother with Zika virus expected to give birth in Corpus ChristiKRIS Corpus Christi NewsA woman infected with the Zika virus is being treated at a Corpus Christi hospital and local […]
Expectant mother with Zika virus expected to give birth in ...
Physical Therapy Must Be Part of the Zika Treatment Equation – Duke Today04/04/2017Duke TodayPhysical Therapy Must Be Part of the Zika Treatment EquationDuke TodayFor most of us, the word “Zika” instantly conjures up the image of an infant with an abnormally small head caused by microcephaly, being held by a […]
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McAllen Zika Case Confirmed to be False Positive – KRGV04/05/2017KRGVMcAllen Zika Case Confirmed to be False PositiveKRGVMCALLEN – The Hidalgo County Health and Human Services said it confirmed the Zika case out of McAllen reported earlier this year was a false positive. The confirmation came from the Center for Disease […]
McAllen Zika Case Confirmed to be False Positive – KRGV
Zika poses even greater risk for birth defects than was previously known, CDC reports – The Spokesman-Review04/05/2017The Spokesman-ReviewZika poses even greater risk for birth defects than was previously known, CDC reportsThe Spokesman-ReviewAbout 1 in 10 pregnant women infected with Zika in the United States last year had a baby or […]
Zika poses even greater risk for birth defects than was ...
Zika Vaccine Trials Move Forward as Florida Health Agencies Assert …04/03/2017Contagionlive.comZika Vaccine Trials Move Forward as Florida Health Agencies Assert …Contagionlive.comHealth officials in Florida declare that they are better prepared for a potential outbreak in their state as Zika vaccinations have begun in a multi-site Phase II/IIb …Cameron County Holds Zika […]
Zika Vaccine Trials Move Forward as Florida Health Agencies Assert ...
About 1 in 10 US pregnant women with confirmed Zika infection had a fetus or baby with birth – PR Newswire (press release)04/04/2017Infectious Disease Advisor (registration)About 1 in 10 US pregnant women with confirmed Zika infection had a fetus or baby with birthPR Newswire (press release)ATLANTA, April 4, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ […]
About 1 in 10 US pregnant women with confirmed Zika ...
The Scientists Trying to Keep Zika Out of Your Placenta – WIRED04/04/2017WIREDThe Scientists Trying to Keep Zika Out of Your PlacentaWIREDZika virus in the US didn't end when Congress (belatedly, stingily) funded relief efforts last fall. In some parts of the country, unprecedentedly warm winters meant the Aedes aegypti mosquitoes […]
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How UCR discovery could help fight Zika virus – Inland Valley Daily Bulletin03/29/2017How UCR discovery could help fight Zika virusInland Valley Daily BulletinUniversity of California Riverside scientists have discovered a weak spot in the crystal structure of the Zika virus, an Achille's heel that could lead to development of the […]
How UCR discovery could help fight Zika virus – Inland ...
Community Workshop On Fighting Mosquitoes, Zika – CBS Miami04/03/2017CBS MiamiCommunity Workshop On Fighting Mosquitoes, ZikaCBS MiamiMIAMI (CBSMiami) – With Summer and our traditional 'rainy season' just around the corner, community leaders are working together to figure out the best way in controlling Miami-Dade's mosquito population to stem another outbreak of […]
Community Workshop On Fighting Mosquitoes, Zika – CBS Miami
Duke scientists create vaccine to prevent Zika virus – Duke Chronicle04/03/2017Duke ChronicleDuke scientists create vaccine to prevent Zika virusDuke ChronicleThe Zika virus is spread through mosquito bites and most commonly occurs in Africa and Asia. Previously, there were no treatments for the infection except for painkillers to alleviate symptoms. The […]
Duke scientists create vaccine to prevent Zika virus – Duke ...
IPFW to host community conversation on Zika – WANE04/02/2017WANEIPFW to host community conversation on ZikaWANEFORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – A panel of experts will host a community conversation on Zika Tuesday at IPFW. Zika: What We Know and What We're Doing About It will be held on Tuesday, April 4 […]
IPFW to host community conversation on Zika – WANE
US enrolls volunteers in large test of possible Zika vaccine – KOKH FOX2504/01/2017KOKH FOX25US enrolls volunteers in large test of possible Zika vaccineKOKH FOX2511, 2016 file photo, Dallas County Mosquito Lab microbiologist Spencer Lockwood sorts mosquitos collected in a trap in Hutchins, Texas, that had been set up in Dallas […]
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New Zika Vaccine Starts Wider Testing03/31/2017NBCNews.comNew Zika Vaccine Starts Wider TestingNBCNews.comFederal researchers said Friday they have started a new phase of testing a vaccine to protect against the Zika virus, which has been causing severe birth defects across the Americas. The $100 million trial will test the experimental vaccine in […]
New Zika Vaccine Starts Wider Testing
St. Louis startup attacking Zika raises $500000 from Japanese firm – St. Louis Business Journal03/31/2017St. Louis Business JournalSt. Louis startup attacking Zika raises $500000 from Japanese firmSt. Louis Business JournalPrecision Virologics, a St. Louis-based biotech startup, has raised $500,000 from a group of investors that includes Oncolys BioPharma, a biopharmaceutical […]
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Saturday Lead Letter: Zika virus remains a major threat – Florida Times-Union03/31/2017Saturday Lead Letter: Zika virus remains a major threatFlorida Times-UnionFlorida remains at risk for another Zika outbreak this year. According to mosquito control experts, Florida's unseasonably warm winter has helped mosquitoes remain active in many parts of the state.and […]
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'We grossly underestimated' Zika, expert says – Muscatine Journal03/30/2017Muscatine Journal'We grossly underestimated' Zika, expert saysMuscatine JournalThe Zika virus can feed on the tiny brain cells of a fetus. CNN Films' "Unseen Enemy" premieres Friday, April 7 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Just Watched. replay. Tags. Wire · Cnn · Chocolate.org. Edley […]
'We grossly underestimated' Zika, expert says – Muscatine Journal
Gov. Scott in West Palm for Zika roundtable; Mosquito control prepares for season03/31/2017WPTV.comGov. Scott in West Palm for Zika roundtable; Mosquito control prepares for seasonWPTV.comThat has the folks at Palm Beach County Mosquito Control determined to stop Zika-infested mosquitos before they bite. "We're going to have the same risk this […]
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Research addresses the threat of Zika virus to the US blood supply – EurekAlert (press release)03/27/2017Research addresses the threat of Zika virus to the US blood supplyEurekAlert (press release)"Given the sensitivity of these assays, the FDA approved clinical trials using individual donation screening and rescinded earlier policies precluding transfusion of […]
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Officials Brace For Possible Cases Of Zika With Outbreak Of New Aggresive Mosquito In SoCal – CBS Los Angeles03/30/2017CBS Los AngelesOfficials Brace For Possible Cases Of Zika With Outbreak Of New Aggresive Mosquito In SoCalCBS Los AngelesLAKE BALBOA (CBSLA.com) — Los Angeles residents already have to worry about quakes, mudslides, […]
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Zika Virus infiltrates the pages of Cornwall doctor's latest thriller – The Review Newspaper03/30/2017The Review NewspaperZika Virus infiltrates the pages of Cornwall doctor's latest thrillerThe Review NewspaperDr. Hope Sze discovers a dead man outside a stem cell lab. Did he fall prey to the Zika virus—or something even more sinister? […]
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Zika cases steady in VI – Virgin Islands Daily News03/29/2017Zika cases steady in VIVirgin Islands Daily NewsThe trend generally follows what appears to be a rough bell-curve distribution among the three reporting districts, with the majority of cases reported between July 2016, when Zika figures began skyrocketing, and mid-November 2016, […]
Zika cases steady in VI – Virgin Islands Daily News
Travel Agent: You're more likely to catch Zika at home than on vacation – KFVS03/29/2017Travel Agent: You're more likely to catch Zika at home than on vacationKFVSCAPE GIRARDEAU, MO (KFVS) -. Should you be worried about Zika on vacation? We've told you about the high risk here at home, but […]
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How UCR discovery could help fight Zika virus – Press-Enterprise03/28/2017Press-EnterpriseHow UCR discovery could help fight Zika virusPress-EnterpriseUniversity of California Riverside scientists have discovered a weak spot in the crystal structure of the Zika virus, an Achille's heel that could lead to development of the first drugs to fight the disease. […]
How UCR discovery could help fight Zika virus – Press-Enterprise
Singapore's first Zika cluster of 2017 reported at Simon Place – Channel NewsAsia03/29/2017Channel NewsAsiaSingapore's first Zika cluster of 2017 reported at Simon PlaceChannel NewsAsiaSINGAPORE: Two cases of locally transmitted Zika virus infections have been confirmed at Simon Place in Hougang, the National Environment Agency said on Wednesday (Mar 29). This […]
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Vela backs battle against Zika virus – Brownsville Herald03/28/2017Vela backs battle against Zika virusBrownsville HeraldTo find leaders willing to help in the fight against Zika, I visited Washington, D.C. recently to speak with members of Congress about the current state of Zika virus research. While many of these meetings went […]
Vela backs battle against Zika virus – Brownsville Herald
Zika virus: Cure steps closer with protein-mapping study – Medical News Today03/28/2017Medical News TodayZika virus: Cure steps closer with protein-mapping studyMedical News TodayThere is currently no vaccine or medicine against Zika – a mosquito-borne virus that causes birth defects and, in its recent outbreak, has infected more than 1 million […]
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American Samoa could be a model for responding to Zika outbreaks – Marianas Variety03/27/2017American Samoa could be a model for responding to Zika outbreaksMarianas VarietyPAGO PAGO (Samoa News/Pacnews) — Syndromic and enhanced surveillance employed during a Zika outbreak in American Samoa last year is credited for bringing a quick end […]
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Research highlights threat of Zika virus to donated blood supplies in the US03/28/2017News-Medical.netResearch highlights threat of Zika virus to donated blood supplies in the USNews-Medical.netInvestigators have shown that certain screening methods that detect the genetic material of Zika virus can be used to ensure that donated blood supplies remain free […]
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Protect yourself against Zika virus during spring break travel – The Paulding County Progress03/24/2017Protect yourself against Zika virus during spring break travelThe Paulding County Progress“Zika virus is primarily spread through the bite of an infected mosquito, and if you are traveling to an area with active transmission, make sure you […]