Bangalore, June 02, 2017: The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Zika virus to be a Public Health Emergency of International concern, last year. Now, with three adults of Zika virus being reported between November 2016 and February 2017, in Gujarat, coming to light, it is high time that people are aware of this disease.
Moreover, the fact that none of the Zika infected patients, their spouses or relatives had travelled to any country with Zika virus transmission, is making it more of a cause of concern.
Let’s begin by understanding what is Zika.
“Zika is a disease caused by Zika Virus and is spread to people through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. Symptoms are very similar to viral illnesses including fever, joint pains, rash and conjunctival suffusion. The symptoms can be present roughly about a week post being bitten by an infected mosquito. However, since there is no treatment for Zika, it is important that one takes all the necessary precaution to stay safe,” said Dr.Rini Banerjee, Consultant Infectious Disease, Columbia Asia Referral Hospital, Yeshwanthpur.
Keep safe from Zika virus:
Since there is no vaccine to prevent Zika, the best way to prevent disease is to protect oneself from mosquito bites. They include:
Protect babies/ kids from the virus:
Tips to deal with Zika, if affected:
If you are affected by the Zika virus, adequate rest, hydration and supportive care are the best ways to get through the disease. One can take the following measures as suggested by Dr. Rini:
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