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Zika Virus Zika infection is a developing mosquito-borne infection that was initially distinguished in Uganda in 1947 in rhesus monkeys through a checking system of sylvatic yellow fever. It was in this manner distinguished in people in 1952 in Uganda and the United Republic of Tanzania. Flare-ups of Zika infection ailment have been recorded in Africa, the Americas, Asia and the Pacific. Zika  virus is transmitted to people primarily through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito (A. aegypti and A. albopictus). These are the same mosquitoes that spread dengue and chikungunya viruses. These mosquitoes typically lay eggs in and near standing water in things like buckets, bowls, animal dishes, flower pots and vases. They prefer to bite people, and live indoors and outdoors near people.Mosquitoes that spread chikungunya, dengue, and Zika are aggressive daytime biters. They can also bite at night. Mosquitoes become infected when they feed on a person already infected with the virus. Infected mosquitoes can then spread the virus to other people through bites. A pregnant woman can pass Zika virus to her fetus during pregnancy. Zika is a cause of microcephaly and other severe fetal brain defects, and we are studying the full range of other potential health problems that Zika virus infection during pregnancy may cause, with Zika virus near the time of delivery can pass on the virus to her newborn around the time of birth. To date, there are no reports of infants getting Zika virus through breastfeeding. Because of the benefits of breastfeeding, mothers are encouraged to breastfeed even in areas where Zika virus is found. Zika virus can be spread by a man to his sex partners. In known cases of sexual transmission, the men developed Zika virus symptoms. From these cases, the virus can be spread when the man has symptoms, before symptoms start and after symptoms resolve. In one case, the virus was

spread a few days before symptoms developed. The virus is present in semen longer than in blood. Also Anyone who lives in or travels to an area where Zika virus is found and has not already been infected with Zika virus can get it from mosquito bites. Once a person has been infected, he or she is likely to be protected from future infections. Zika virus outbreaks occurred in areas of Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) issued an alert regarding the first confirmed Zika virus infections in Brazil. Currently, outbreaks are occurring in many countries and territories. Local mosquito-borne transmission of Zika virus has been reported in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, and American Samoa whereas No local mosquito-borne Zika virus disease cases have been reported in US states, but there have been travel-associated cases. Zika relationship with Enviromental Studies show Climate changes as to how it can affect this disease meaning where and when the insect can be present because if the insect is use to warm climate they will find a location which is warm and the virus can be spread there whereas if they are use to cold climate they can relocate meaning they virus can be spread elsewhere. Heavy rain and warm temperatures have helped the mosquitoes carrying Zika thrive. There have been heavy rains in southern Brazil and Uruguay this winter Those rains can translate to standing water on the ground, which is crucial mosquito breeding habitat. El Nino has a strong influence on that region and it’s likely playing a role in increased risk of the Zika virus there. Prevention  from Zika, Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, Stay in places with air conditioning and window and door screens to keep mosquitoes outside, Take steps to control  mosquitoes inside and outside your home, Sleep under a mosquito bed net if you are overseas or outside and are not able to protect yourself from mosquito bites and more....