That’s why health officials say pregnant women should reconsider travel to Zika-affected areas – and since Zika can be sexually transmitted, women considering pregnancy should also be aware if their partner has traveled to a Zika-affected area.
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Cases of the mosquito-transmitted disease have now been detected in 45 states and all three US territories – and the threat is only growing.
Zika virus, which has always been recognized as a mosquito-borne infection, may also be transmitted via kissing and oral sex, a new study confirms. Though rarely fatal, Zika can cause serious birth defects in newborn babies if an expectant mother is infected. However, instead of writing a “blank check”, the House Appropriations Committee has sought to be responsible with the use of taxpayers’ money in crafting a funding plan.
Health officials remind travelers to use bug spray and wear protective clothing if they visit areas affected by Zika. The task force’s goal will be to combat the spread of the virus and to educate residents about what they can do to protect themselves. “So again it’s great news that the individual is not pregnant”, said Rodriguez.
For further information, contact the Public Health Department on 244-2621.
How do you know if you’ve contracted the Zika virus disease? The virus since has been found in all 99 counties, either in humans, horses or birds, the health department said.
Sen. Nelson is Florida’s senior US senator and lead sponsor of the Senate bill to provide $1.9 billion to fight the Zika virus. As many as 2 million pregnant women could be at risk of being exposed the virus this summer as mosquito season is in full force. These mosquitoes are known as “container-breeding mosquitoes”, because they lay eggs in and around standing water.
“There’s no indication that the types of mosquitoes that are spreading Zika virus in other areas of the world are established here in Iowa”, said Garvey.
“Of the almost 200 Iowans that have been tested for Zika, only seven cases have been identified”, said Clabaugh.
However, after a vaginal swab, she tested negative for the virus.
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Spokesperson for Columbus Public Health, Jose Rodriguez said fortunately the woman is not pregnant. The quicker we can get a vaccine or other treatment options, the more lives we can save or make better.
