Zika Virus
ZIKA VIRUS The ZIka Virus is a disease that is spread to people primarily to people bitten by the Aedes species mosquito also known as the Asian Tiger Mosquito. Most common symptoms are fever, rash, joint pain and conjunctivitis (red eye). The CDC have issued a travel warning after the explosion of the dangerous Zika Virus. Among the countries infected are: Countries with Zika Virus However, the DOH spokesperson, Dr. Lyndon Lee Suy, have announced that there are no reported cases in the Philippines except one in Cebu in 2012. True or not, since hospitalization is not required for mild cases, we should all remain vigilant. Facts about the Zika Virus First identified in Uganda in 1947 in monkeys. Identified in humans in 1952 in Uganda and United Republic of Tanzania. Outbreaks are present in Africa, Americas, Asia and the Pacific. Transmitted to people through an infected Aedes species mosquito- the same mosquitos that spread de...