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CDC Issues Major Zika Virus Advisory For Pregnant Women As New Case Is Reported In US

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a health advisory for the Zika virus, following the disease's appearance in Puerto Rico, and now Hawaii, according to the Associated Press. The CDC advisory includes information and recommendations about the  Zika disease, diagnosis, and prevention, and provides travel guidance for pregnant women and women who are trying to become pregnant. According to the release, until more is known and out of an abundance of caution, pregnant women should consider postponing travel to any area where Zika virus transmission is ongoing. Pregnant women who do travel to these areas should talk to their doctors or other healthcare providers first and strictly follow steps to avoid mosquito bites during the trip. These locations, according to this CDC notices page, include Central America, the Caribbean and South America. Women trying to become pregnant should consult with their healthcare providers before traveling to these areas and strictly follow ...