About Zika
- Zika is spread mostly by the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito (Ae. aegypti and Ae. albopictus). These mosquitoes bite during the day and night.)
- Zika can be passed from a pregnant woman to her fetus. Infection during pregnancy can cause certain birth defects.
- There is no vaccine or medicine for Zika.
Resources
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention - Zika Virus
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on Mosquito Bite Prevention Including Insect Repellent Examples