Here are some key points about Zika. More detail and supporting information is in the main article.
- Zika virus cases typically occur in tropical climates
- Infection in the US is linked to travel to and from tropical regions
- Symptoms of Zika virus infection can last for up to a week
- The majority of people infected with Zika virus do not display any symptoms
- Cases of Zika virus infection that result in hospitalization are uncommon
- A link between maternal Zika infection and infant microcephaly is currently being investigated
- As yet, there is not enough evidence to fully characterize the link between the two conditions
- Zika infection can spread from a mother to a fetus during pregnancy
- At present, there is no treatment for the virus
- Avoiding mosquito bites is a key aspect of Zika virus prevention
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