CDC Updates Guidance on Zika Virus Infection in Infants – AAFP News


CDC Updates Guidance on Zika Virus Infection in Infants – AAFP News
10/24/2017
CDC Updates Guidance on Zika Virus Infection in InfantsAAFP NewsOctober 24, 2017 04:17 pm News Staff – Although there have been far fewer cases of Zika virus infection in 2017 to date compared with this time last year, the CDC said the virus continues to pose an international public health threat to pregnant women …
CDC urges vigilance for Zika following hurricanes, updates guidance – AAP News
10/24/2017
CDC urges vigilance for Zika following hurricanes, updates guidanceAAP NewsIn the wake of recent hurricanes, pediatricians may see displaced families from areas with significant Zika outbreaks who need additional care. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging physicians to be vigilant for these women and …
FDA Approves Test to Screen for Zika in Blood Donations – Pharmacy Practice News
10/24/2017
Pharmacy Practice NewsFDA Approves Test to Screen for Zika in Blood DonationsPharmacy Practice NewsThe “action represents the first approval of a Zika virus detection test for use with screening the nation's blood supply,” said Peter Marks, MD, PhD, the director of the FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. “Screening blood donations …and more »
Variable Sensitivity in Molecular Detection of Zika Virus in European Expert Laboratories: External Quality … – Journal of Clinical Microbiology
10/24/2017
Variable Sensitivity in Molecular Detection of Zika Virus in European Expert Laboratories: External Quality …Journal of Clinical MicrobiologyZika virus (ZIKV) infections are a significant public health concern. A strong capability for ZIKV detection is an absolute requirement for adequate preparedness and response strategies and individual patient care. The objective of this study was to …and more »
Officials warn of Zika complacency in Townsville – Townsville Bulletin
10/24/2017
Townsville BulletinOfficials warn of Zika complacency in TownsvilleTownsville BulletinBut health authorities are warning recent rain combined with general complacency could provide the perfect breeding conditions for an outbreak of the debilitating dengue and Zika viruses. The Townsville Public Health Unit's 12 reportable mosquito-borne …

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