Zika Virus Disease
2 Brote ActivosZika Virus Disease is a viral infection caused by the Zika virus, primarily transmitted by mosquitoes. While often mild, it's notorious for causing severe birth defects, particularly microcephaly, when pregnant women are infected. It's most common in tropical and subtropical regions.
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¿Qué es Zika Virus Disease?
Zika virus was first identified in 1947 in a rhesus monkey in the Zika Forest of Uganda, with human cases documented since 1952. It gained global attention with major outbreaks in the Americas in 2015-2016 due to its severe link to microcephaly and other neurological conditions.
SÃntomas
- Fever (typically mild)
- Rash
- Joint pain
- Conjunctivitis (red eyes)
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Many infected people show no symptoms or very mild ones.
Transmisión
Zika Virus Disease primarily spreads through the bite of infected Aedes species mosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti. It can also be transmitted from a pregnant mother to her fetus, causing birth defects. Less commonly, it can spread through sexual contact and blood transfusions.
PerÃodo de Contagio: Varies by disease
Prevención
- Prevent mosquito bites: Use EPA-registered insect repellent, wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, and stay in screened or air-conditioned rooms.
- Eliminate mosquito breeding sites: Remove standing water from containers around your home.
- Prevent sexual transmission: Use condoms or abstain from sex if you or your partner have recently traveled to or live in a Zika-affected area.
- Pregnant women should avoid travel to areas with active Zika transmission.
- No vaccine is currently available.
Live Zika Virus Disease Global Case Map
2 countries with reported activity. Updated from real-time surveillance data.
Brotes Activos y Casos Recientes
Inteligencia en tiempo real de monitoreo global de salud y vigilancia impulsada por IA
Fuentes de datos: BEACON, ProMED, OMS, CDC y más de 50 agencias nacionales de salud
✓ Datos en vivo actualizados en tiempo real desde fuentes de salud globales
🚨 Zika Virus Outbreak ...
An ongoing Zika virus outbreak demands immediate public health attention due to its potential for rapid spread and severe health consequences. Public health agencies must implement rapid containment and prevention strategies, while individuals should be aware of risks and take protective measures, especially pregnant women. This situation necessitates urgent action to protect vulnerable populations.
Zika Alert: Bali Travelers at Risk, Indonesia Outbreak
This event envelope includes reports on Zika virus disease in Indonesia.
Source: BEACON - View Full Report
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Recursos Expertos y Referencias
Información confiable de las principales organizaciones de salud
CDC
Orientación oficial de los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades de EE. UU.
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Vigilancia global de enfermedades y directrices de la Organización Mundial de la Salud
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La información sobre enfermedades en Virus Watcher es revisada por nuestro Epidemiólogo Jefe, ex analista principal del CDC para el pronóstico FluSight. Los datos de brotes se agregan de fuentes verificadas incluyendo BEACON, ProMED, OMS, CDC y más de 50 agencias nacionales de salud. Esta información es con fines educativos y no debe reemplazar el asesoramiento médico profesional.
Última revisión: 2026-08-13
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