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Preventing Zika Infection Where You Live

Zika is a virus that causes a mild infection in most people, but can lead to severe complications. It may cause Guillain-BarrĂ© syndrome in adults, leading to severe muscle weakness or paralysis, and rarely, death. And it can cause severe birth defects in an unborn baby if a pregnant woman has the virus. There is […]

Zika Virus: Everything Pregnant Women Should Know

This mosquito-borne illness can threaten your unborn baby’s health. Here’s what you need to know about the Zika virus. If you’re pregnant – or trying to conceive – the Zika virus is probably a top-of-mind concern right now, and with good reason: this mosquito-borne virus is dominating headlines with its scary multi-country advance and potentially […]