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3 Important Thing You Should Know About Zika Virus

What is Zika Virus?

The baby was Infacted by Zika Virus.  The Head is small
Zika virus is a virus that caused by infected Aedes mosquitoes, the virus was first isolated in the forest zika in uganda. Zika virus causes mild fever, muscle pain, rash, and conjunctivitis. Starting from Africa, then into the small and sporadic outbreaks in Asia, major epidemics were reported the Island of yap (Micronesia) almost 75% of the population is infected in 2007. zika virus transmission in Chile Easter Island has been confirmed and reported by PAHO / WHO on 3 March 2014, declared detected until June 2014. in Brazil, zika virus infection was confirmed in the northeast of Brazil in May 2015, and since October 2015 the states with reported existence of the spread the virus.

Zika virus prevention

Prevention zika virus can only be done in general, there is no vaccine that can prevent this virus. important for everyone to know how to prevent this virus. The principle is, how to not be affected by the bite of Aedes mosquito infected with the virus. In addition, all people need to know how where the virus is spreading, it is possible that the community can prevent and not affected by this virus. In principle, the virus is transmitted through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito (not all mosquitoes), this is the same mosquitoes that transmit dengue and chikungunya (was terrible). The virus can be transmitted through blood and semen, so beware in sex, is also very similar to how Aids is spread.

 Prevention of virus can do the same to prevent dengue and chikungunya, reducing the mosquito population and bites, especially during the daytime, reducing the chances of developing the Aedes aegypti mosquito allow zika virus prevention. be careful in doing sex can also reduce the risk of virus zika, especially in pregnancy was. zika in pregnancy was infected with the virus can be dangerous for babies. this needs to be either integrated stiffened with local officials, such as hygiene, health and education. socialization the danger of zika virus can increase public awareness.

Some things that are recommended to prevent the spread of Zika virus.

  • Avoid allowing water to stand in outdoor containers (flowerpots, bottles, and containers that collect water) so they do not become a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
  • Using screens and mosquito nets on windows and doors to reduce contact between mosquitoes and humans.
  • Avoid collecting garbage, Put it in a sealed plastic bag and store in a sealed container.
  • Close tank household water so mosquitoes can not enter.
  • Unblock the drains can accumulate standing water.
  • Use repellents by health authorities (and implement it as shown on the label).
  • Cover exposed skin with long-sleeved shirt, long pants, and a hat.
  • Recommended not traveled to the affected area zika virus.
Prevention for children or babies

  • Do not use insect repellent on babies younger than 2 months of age. 
  • Dressing your child in clothing that covers the arms and legs, or Covering a bed, a stroller, and baby carriers with mosquito netting. 
  • Do not apply repellent to children's hands, eyes, mouth, and cut or irritated skin. 
  • Adults: Spray insect repellent to your hands and then apply to face child

Zika virus dangerous risks.


  • Zika virus can be transmitted from mother to child. Africa has told their citizens to prevent pregnancy while. 
  • There is no vaccine or medicine that can treat or prevent the virus. PAHO / WHO is only advised to consume more water to prevent dehydration. 
  •  Can cause death if not treated properly, though still a little stating zika cases can cause death. 
  • Anyone can be infected with this virus. PAHO / WHO says, there is the possibility of the virus spreading to other countries.
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