ZIKA VIRUS

Jul 11 2025HEALTH

Zika Virus: How It Attacks Pregnancy and What We Can Do

Zika virus is a big problem for pregnant women. It spreads through mosquito bites and can cause serious harm to unborn babies. The virus can cross the barrier between mother and baby, affecting the placenta. This is different from other viruses that spread through mosquitoes. The placenta is very important for a baby's growth. It provides oxygen and nutrients. Zika ...

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Zika Virus: A Global Health Check-Up

Zika, a virus carried by mosquitoes, is still out there. It doesn't show up in most people, but it can cause big problems for babies in the womb. The peak time for Zika was back in 2015-2016 in the Americas. Since that time, the number of cases has gone down worldwide. However, there are still outbreaks. This virus is also sneaky. Many people do not have sym...

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