…devastating damage Zika virus causes to a fetus, but we had questions about what happens to the developing brain of a young child who gets infected by Zika,” says lead…

…to prevent Zika virus infections. The researchers also concluded Zika-exposed fetuses should continue to be checked for symptoms of the disease throughout their developmental years. “All children exposed to Zika…

…Davis). Zika virus infection of pregnant women is associated with a high risk of adverse fetal effects, including fetal death, microcephaly (small head) and other abnormalities, collectively termed congenital Zika…

On February 1, 2016, the World Health Organization declared the Zika virus to be a global health emergency. Spread by the bite of an infected mosquito, the Zika virus has…

…Zika in the early stages of pregnancy experienced miscarriage or stillbirth, despite displaying few clinical signs of infection. For scientists, this indicates that Zika-associated pregnancy loss in humans may be…

…The study observed the Zika virus at seven, 28 and 35 days post-infection. Ultimately, it was found that the Zika virus attacks tissues in the nervous system, male and female…

Working together is always better—especially when it comes to curing infectious diseases. That’s why the National Primate Research Centers (NPRCs) across the country are collaborating to tackle the deadly Zika…

The 2015-16 Zika outbreak in Brazil caused many babies to be born with severe brain abnormalities. It also prompted researchers at the Southwest National Primate Research Center into action. With…

…Yerkes National Primate Research Center have made studying Zika virus a priority. One of the most common consequences of Zika infecting an unborn child is microcephaly – a birth defect…

Zika is spread mainly through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. And while many people infected with the Zika virus will only have mild symptoms, contracting Zika during…