Zika
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Zika virus still calls for preparedness and vaccine development
“There’s no antiviral that you can take for Zika. Until we have a vaccine, the key to controlling/preventing Zika is controlling the mosquitoes...
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Mosquitoes and the vicious circle that’s gone viral
Plus: The battle against “Hamptons bladder,” the benefits of avocados, and the friendly way to follow your nose.
News from the FDA/CDC
ACIP releases new dengue vaccine recommendations
Puerto Rico is the main focus of control efforts because 95% of U.S. dengue cases originate there.
From the Journals
Zika vaccine candidate shows promise in phase 1 trial
Healthy trial participants show evidence of protection for at least 1 year.
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FDA permits marketing of Zika diagnostic test
Zika virus detection test was previously authorized only for emergency use.
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FDA committee advises status quo for blood supply Zika testing
From the Journals
Dengue antibodies may reduce Zika infection risk
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Zika virus vaccine trial launches
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1 in 7 Zika-exposed babies have at least one health problem related to the virus
New CDC data is the first long-term follow-up on babies with prenatal Zika exposure.
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FDA recommends pooled Zika testing of blood donations
An exception is made for geographic areas with high risk of mosquito-borne Zika transmission.
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MDedge Daily News: Keeping patients summer safe
It’s time to start counseling on sunscreen, waterborne illness, and mosquito avoidance.