Zika Virus Disease Information for Travelers

▶ What is Zika Virus Disease?

• Zika virus is a disease caused by the Zika virus,

which is spread to people through the bite of

an Aedes species mosquito infected with Zika virus.

• Zika virus is also transmitted to people through

sexual contact or blood transfusion.

▶ What are the most common symptoms of Zika Virus?

• The illness is usually mild with symptoms

-fever, rash, joint pain and red eyes-

lasting for several days to a week.

• Zika virus infection during pregnancy can

cause a serious brain defect called

microcephaly.

▶ Where are the areas mosquito-borne transmission of Zika virus

is reported?

• Latin America and the Caribbean Search ☞ http://travelinfo.cdc.go.kr

▶ What should I do in Korea after visiting places where

Zika virus transmission is reported?

• If you have symptoms of Zika virus disease within 2 weeks,

let the doctor know your travel history of any kind.

• Wear condoms to prevent sexual transmission of Zika virus.
• Do not perform as a donor of blood transfusion within a month.

※ If you have any questions about Zika virus

\ ☞ Call 1339 (Translation avaliable)

▶ How do I prevent Zika virus infection?

• Avoid mosquito bite (Mosquito is active during the day)

Use Mosquito Net Wear long sleeves and Use Pesticide

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