One of the worst COVID-affected states in India, Kerala has now reported its first case of Zika virus infection on Thursday. How Zika virus spreadFrom the 1960s to 1980s, human infections were found across Africa and Asia, typically accompanied by mild illness. Beyond the range of mosquito vectors, Zika virus infections are expected to be carried worldwide by international travel. Most people with Zika virus infection do not develop symptoms. An increased risk of neurologic complications is associated with Zika virus infection in adults and children, including Guillain-Barré syndrome, neuropathy, and myelitis.

Source: dna July 09, 2021 08:26 UTC