What countries are affected by the Zika virus?

According to WHO, the Zika virus is present in more than 87 countries. As of 2020, virus activity continues in the Caribbean, most of Latin America, Central Africa, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Cambodia, and Papua New Guinea, among other places.

Where is Zika in Africa?

The viral infection stayed for 60 years in Africa, originating from the East then spread to the West following Central and North Africa. In 2016, there was a widespread Zika virus infection outbreak in the West African region of Cabo Verde with 7,000 cases of Aedes species infection in humans [1].

Is there Zika virus in Kenya?

In Kenya, there currently is ‘no’ active risk of Zika virus. However, the high risk areas for malaria virus is at the coastal areas of Kenya.

Has South Africa got Zika?

Zika does not naturally occur in the UK. Zika outbreaks have been reported in the Pacific region, South and Central America, the Caribbean, Africa, and parts of south and southeast Asia. If you plan to travel to an affected area, seek travel health advice before your trip.

Is Zika virus in South Africa?

It is important to note that the is no local transmission of Zika virus in South Africa and South Africans are not at risk for infection unless they travel to an affected country. It is recommended that when travelling to an affected country, efforts should be made to avoid mosquito bites.

Is Zika in Tanzania?

Zika virus is a mosquito-borne flavivirus that was first identified in Uganda in 1947 in monkeys. It was later identified in humans in 1952 in Uganda and the United Republic of Tanzania.

Is Zika virus in Tanzania?

Tanzania has detected the presence of Zika virus infections in 83 out of 533 tested blood samples taken in 2015 and 2016. On Jan. 31, this year, the Tanzanian government through the Health Ministry refuted reports that the Zika virus had been detected in the country.

Does Antigua have Zika?

UK health authorities have classified Antigua and Barbuda as having a risk of Zika virus transmission. Cases of Chikungunya virus have been confirmed in Antigua and Barbuda. You should take steps to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.

Is Zika still around 2021?

But since 2018, no local Zika transmission has been reported in the continental United States; and less than 100 travelers have acquired the disease. In 2021, only 1 traveler contracted Zika and there have been no confirmed cases of Zika using molecular testing from the U.S. territories.

Which countries are most affected by Zika virus?

Areas with Risk of Zika. Asia: Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste (East Timor), Vietnam The Caribbean: Anguilla; Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba; Barbados; Bonaire; British Virgin Islands; Cuba; Curaçao; Dominica;

Where does Zika virus come from?

Zika virus occurs in tropical areas with large mosquito populations, and is known to circulate in Africa, the Americas, Southern Asia and Western Pacific.

Which mosquitoes carry Zika virus?

In Brazil, where recent Zika virus cases have exploded, the A. aegyptimosquito had been known for its ability to transmit related virus such as dengue or Chikungunya [52]. Another mosquito that has been known to transmit the Zika virus is Aedes albopictus, the Asian tiger mosquito [53].

Is there a Zika virus outbreak in Brazil?

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