Following outbreaks in Latin America, the Caribbean and, more recently, the United States, the World Health Organization now believes that mosquitoes that propagate the virus Zika, Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus - the same species transmit dengue and The chikungunya - so that all countries of the Western Hemisphere, with the exception of parts of Chile and Canada, where high altitude and colder weather can prevent mosquitoes from reproducing.
Mosquitoes, however, are not the only mode of transmission capable of feeding the outbreak. The first case of sexual transmission was reported in Dallas, Texas, in early February, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have confirmed their status as a sexually transmitted infection.
The CDC recently released an unprecedented travel warning to provide pregnant women with non-essential travel for Miami-Dade County, Florida, after an increase in cases - the first time the CDC warned against traveling in the States United Continental.
"We are in the middle of mosquito season and we expect more Zika infections in the days and months ahead," said CDC director Tom Frieden in a press release. In August 2016, there were 2,260 cases of Zika in the continental United States and Hawaii, almost a quarter of these cases in pregnant women. The CDC now recommends that all pregnant women in the US Are evaluated to determine exposure to Zika during prenatal care visits.
How Travelers Can Protect Against ZIKA Virus:
New research on Zika is constantly growing; See the CDC website for updated information before planning your trip.
If you are pregnant or hoping to become pregnant in the near future, avoid traveling to areas where the virus is actively circulating. If you show up with symptoms of Zika you should consult a doctor about getting tested, and may advise you to delay the pregnancy. See the CDC website for up-to-date recommendations for pregnant women.
Men and women can transmit Zika virus through sexual activity, including oral sex, although asymptomatic. Always use latex condoms or barriers when in sexual contact.
If you decide to travel to the affected areas, pack a sufficient supply of mosquito repellent. Varieties containing a chemical known as DEET at concentrations of 42 percent or more are most effective, although Consumer Reports issued recommendations for the best products that include lighter herbal ingredients, clothing and mosquito nets.
If you also use sunscreen, apply sunscreen before applying insect repellent.
Treat clothes and equipment with permethrin (or buy items previously treated with permethrin).
During your stay in an affected area, make sure that the windows and mosquito nets in the windows are completely closed when sleeping or protected with mosquito nets.
Take precautions against insect bites throughout the day. The mosquitoes that transmit Zika are difficult to avoid, since they itch during the day, instead of only at night.
Wear pants and long sleeve shirts to cover exposed skin.
Avoid mosquito breeding grounds, such as bodies of stagnant water.
Mosquitoes of the species Aedes Zika acquired by feeding on people who have already been infected, and continue to transmit the virus to other people through their sting. Continue to protect against mosquito bites, even after returning from an area affected by Zika to prevent the virus from spreading further
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