Zika virus spreads through the bite of an infected mosquito of the Aedes genus
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These mosquitoes usually bite during the day and early evening
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Zika virus spreads just like dengue and chikungunya
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Zika virus can be transferred from a pregnant woman to the fetus, through sexual contact and organ transplantation
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Symptoms: Rashes, Fever, Conjunctivitis, Muscle and joint pain, Malaise, Headache
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There is yet no treatment for infection or sickness caused by the Zika virus
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Prevention: Wear clothing that covers as much of the body; use window screens and close the doors and windows; and apply insect repellent to skin or clothing