According to the WHO, the virus was first identified and documented in Uganda in 1947 in Rhesus monkeys and was first detected in humans in 1952 in Uganda and Tanzania. Learn more about this dreaded virus that is doing in the rounds in the news globally.

1. Staying ProtectedZika Virus:
According to the WHO, the virus was first identified and documented in Uganda in
1947 in Rhesus monkeys and was first detected in humans in 1952 in Uganda and
Tanzania.
What is It?
Mosquito Breed: Aedes Egypty Mosquito
The disease has been linked with a birth defect known as
"Microcephaly," which sees children born with abnormally small
brains, as well as a neurological syndrome that can cause paralysis.
Some Facts about Zika Virus
Countries where the
virus has spread23 4M
Cases anticipated
globally 80%People don't
develop symptoms 3KHighest Cases
reported in Brazil
Symptoms
Mild Temperature Conjunctivitis Skin Rashes Muscle & Joint
Pains
Fatigue
Effects of Zika Virus in New-Borns
Could Potentially affect
the nervous system
Could cause Paralysis Microcephaly (Under-developed
brain and head in New-borns
How can it be Treated?
Currently, there is no
treatment or vaccine
available for Zika
Infection
The infection has not
been reported to be
fatal among patients
affected so far (except
among new-borns)
Complications reported
in people with pre-
existing diseases and
medical conditions
Sources:
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/europe/How-the-Zika-virus-spread-around-the-world/articleshow/50766361.cms
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bengaluru/With-no-testing-facility-doctors-see-Zika-threat-in-India-Western-Ghats-
coasts-at-risk/articleshow/50790768.cms
How can it be Contained?
Eliminate Mosquito
Breeding Sites
Use Mosquito
Repellents at Home
Consult your Physician if
you notice any symptoms
Avoid Travel to the
affected countries