Zika Virus is the new sickness which can give people rash, fever, joint pain, and pinkeye. Zika is a rare mosquito-borne virus and it rapidly spreading through Brazil and now the case history has reached Texas. Already it was said that this is affecting new born babies a lot.


So what is this Zika Virus ? It is a virus which is related to Dengue and Chikungunya. So far doctors from various countries are working to find a solution to this Virus. Now it is confirmed that this Virus is linked to 'Birth Defect'. Babies are born with small heads.


Experts said that there is more to learn about Zika infections. It is not clear how the infections are spreading in pregnant women. 80% of people infected have no symptoms, making it difficult for pregnant women to know whether they have been infected.


Right now USA is conducting studies to understand the effects of Zika in humans. In severe cases, babies may need speech and other physical therapy. Microcephaly is a lifelong condition with no known cure.



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