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411 on Zika Virus: All cases in the US are from travel. Spread by mosquitoes, transfusion and sexual contact. Disease is usually mild. 1/5 infected have symptoms. Concern: birth defects in babies, Guillian Barre Symptoms of Zika Virus: 1 in 5 people infected will get sick. Fever Joint pain Rash Conjunctivitis (red eyes) Muscle pain Headache Zika Virus Disease: Usually mild symptoms Incubation period is unknown Last several days to a week. Disease spread can only occur in the first week Severe disease requiring hospitalization is uncommon. Prevention of Zika Virus: No vaccines exists. Prevent mosquito bites. Spread of disease is greater during the daytime. If pregnant, avoid traveling to high risk countries Mosquito Bite Prevention: Use insect repellents – safe for pregnant women Best repellents contain: DEET, picaridin, IR3535 Separate application of sunscreen followed by insect repellent Spray insect repellent on clothing. Wear long sleeved shirts and long pants. Use A/C or window/door screens. Sleep under a mosquito bed net.