Zika Outbreak: A Case Study

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Zika is a virus being transmitted by the Aedes aegpyti mosquito. It is mainly affecting populations in warm countries such as South America, Central America, the Caribbean and Pacific Islands. It is of great concern especially in low-income pregnant women since some there seems to be a possible correlation between the virus and microcephaly. Since it is a high concern, a lot of investigation is being made not only to learn more about the effects of this virus, but as well to develop effective treatments, such as vaccines that can be use to protect the population from this virus. As of today, a lot of funding is being requested by different organizations such as the DHHS to distribute it to different organizations such as the CDCP, Centers of …show more content…

The health care cost are high for children affected by the virus, and it is very challenging and difficult for low income families to afford the medical care. This has been communicated to the Congress, but unfortunately it has not been prioritize, and it might be mainly due to the high cost it involves. Nevertheless, still organizations have taken actions to try and educate and help as much as possible those in need.
Zika outbreak is of concern and of risk to pregnant women due to the possibility of Guillain barré syndrome in unborn babies and does not appear to be a treat to others. It is spreading quickly through the population mostly presenting as asymptomatic, therefore people that are infected might not even know. Overall, precautions have to be taken when traveling to high-risk countries and the proper measurements of protection should be taken (use of insect spray, long protecting clothing, among others). Meanwhile, educational resources are being implemented and research is undergoing to develop a possible vaccine. Therefore, it is important to understand that sometimes there are no pharmacological treatments available for certain diseases or infections but there are methods of prevention that we can implement to decrease our risk of contracting such disease, as well to educate others on preventive methods as well to control as much as possible the spread of such

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