Neurologic Manifestations of Zika Virus Infection: What We Know So Far
Jonathan Miner, MD, PhD, and Karin Nielsen-Saines, MD, MPH, discuss the latest insights about neurologic complications of ZVI and knowledge gaps that still exist in this field.
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Examining Pregnant Women’s Attitudes Toward a Zika Vaccine Trial
Pregnant women placed a high premium on clinical evidence when considering whether or not to participate in a hypothetic clinical trial of a Zika virus vaccine.
Zika Vaccine Cost-Effective for Young Adults and Childbearing-Age Women
The most cost-effective means of decreasing transmission of Zika virus is administration of the vaccine to young adults and women of childbearing age.
CDC Updates Guidance for Post-Zika Virus Exposure Counseling in Males
In an updated interim guidance, the CDC now recommends that couples wait at least 3 months before attempting to conceive after possible Zika virus exposure in the male.
Fast Track Designation Awarded to Investigational Zika Vaccine Candidate
The ZIK-101 trial has enrolled 240 adults to test the safety and immunogenicity of TAK-426.
Severe Functional Limitations Reported in Children With Congenital Zika Virus
Findings allow for anticipation of medical and social service needs of affected children and their families.
Zika-Carrying Mosquitoes Found in More US Counties, CDC Reports
This surveillance also spotted an increase in mosquitoes that transmit dengue and chikungunya viruses.
10% of US Zika-Positive Pregnancies Associated with Birth Defects
The CDC report also says that too few infants are tested for the virus.
American Blood Banks Confident in Protecting Supply From Zika Virus
Steps are being taken to protect patients who need transfusions.
Zika RNA Undetected in Semen 3 Months After Infection
Abstinence and condoms for 6 months after infection should still be followed.
