Zika Virus Update: More on an Emerging Arboviral Disease in the Western Hemisphere. (23rd June 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Vest, Kelly G.
• Is Part Of: Disaster medicine and public health preparedness. Volume 11:Number 2(2017:Apr.)
• Page Start: 163
• Page End: 167
• Publication Date: 2016-06-23
• Subjects: Zika virus, -- microcephaly, -- neurologic disease, -- arbovirus, -- sexual transmission; Disaster medicine -- Periodicals; Emergency management -- Planning -- Periodicals; Public health -- Periodicals; 363.34
• DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2016.105
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1935-7893

Abstract

Abstract: Zika virus has captivated the world with its quick spread throughout the Western Hemisphere. Increased emphasis has been placed on the infection of pregnant women and subsequent adverse and severe effects in the developing fetus and newborn. This article supplements a previous article and provides updated information on new and evolving evidence that strengthens the association between Zika virus and unique congenital and neurologic diseases, updates what is known about the epidemiology of the disease, and provides new and updated material for primary care providers as they counsel patients who may be exposed or infected. With the extent of disease spread, it is expected that Zika virus will become endemic to the Western Hemisphere and will change the public health parameters and approach in this area of the world. ( Disaster Med Public Health Preparedness . 2017;11:163–167)