Zika virus: Australia warns pregnant women not to travel to affected areas

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade issues travel warning for outbreak areas, including Micronesia, French Polynesia and Latin AmericaThe Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has advised pregnant women to reconsider travel to any area where outbreaks of the mosquito-transmitted Zika virus has occurred, including Micronesia, French Polynesia and Latin America. Related: City at centre of Brazil's Zika epidemic reeling from disease's insidious effects Continue reading...

Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - January 26, 2016 Category: Science Authors: Melissa Davey Tags: Zika virus Infectious diseases Australia news Americas Health Pregnancy Medical research Micronesia Brazil Source Type: news