An open letter signed by almost 200 health researchers calls on the International Olympic Committee and World Health Organization (WHO) […]
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WHO warns of Zika spreading to Europe – Expert reaction
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that there is a “low to moderate” risk of of a Zika virus […]
Continue readingPacific origins for Brazil Zika outbreak? – Expert Reaction
The current Zika outbreak in Brazil may have had its origins in Polynesia, says new research speculating the virus was […]
Continue readingZika virus may be be carried by mosquito found in NZ – Expert reaction
The Zika virus may be carried by a mosquito species found in New Zealand, according to preliminary results from Brazilian […]
Continue readingPossible sexual transmission of Zika virus – Expert reaction
The Ministry of Health has reported a case of possible sexual transmission of the Zika virus in New Zealand. A […]
Continue readingEvidence for Zika – microcephaly link – Expert Reaction
A new research article has provider further evidence for the link between the Zika virus and cases of microcephaly. The […]
Continue readingLatest updates on Zika – Expert reaction
As more Zika virus cases are reported in South America and the Pacific, media attention has turned to GM mosquitoes […]
Continue readingPotential sexual transmission of Zika – Expert Reaction
A healthcare department in Dallas, Texas, USA, has reported a case of Zika virus infection acquired through sexual intercourse rather […]
Continue readingUpdated: Zika virus outbreak – Expert reaction
Concern over the current outbreak of the mosquito-spread Zika virus in the Americas is growing. The virus is likely to […]
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