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Nov 21

2 min read

Africa’s Mosquitoes Dislike Zika Virus

Zika virus susceptibility of globally invasive Aedes aegypti populations

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Nov 6

4 min read

Zika Vaccines Should Activate T Cells and Antibodies

La Jolla Institute for Immunology researchers report immune system T cells can prevent Zika infection in mice

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Oct 29

4 min read

These Genes Reduce Placenta's Protection From the Zika Virus

Genetic factors can make a women’s placenta less capable of protecting a fetus from Zika infection

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Fact checked by Robert Carlson, MD

Oct 27

4 min read

Spatial Repellents Significantly Reduce Zika Infections

SC Johnson Mosquito Shield’s active ingredient is Transfluthrin

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Fact checked by Danielle Reiter, RN

Oct 19

4 min read

Risk of Zika Virus Vertical Transmission Reported at 47%

Zika virus vaccines continue early stage studies

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