In three maps, U.S. and UK scientists chart the most suitable areas for Zika virus outbreaks.
Apr 18

In the wake of the CDC’s revelation that Zika virus causes microcephaly in infants, doctors are grappling with the thorny issue of whether they should recommend that women in high-risk areas avoid getting pregnant this summer. Hari Sreenivasan talks to…
Apr 18

By Lauran Neergaard, Associated Press
Zika may stand convicted of causing devastating birth defects but there still are lots of questions about how much of a threat the virus poses to pregnant women, and what to do about it.
Apr 14

By Helen Branswell, STAT
Men can contract Zika through unprotected sex with other men who are infected with the virus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday, a finding that adds to experts’ understanding of how Zika can be transmitted.
Apr 13

By PBS NewsHour
In our news wrap Wednesday, nearly 40,000 Verizon employees across nine states walked off the job to protest the company’s alleged attempts to freeze pensions, make layoffs easier and hire more contract workers. Also, the CDC reported that Zika virus…
Following months of investigation, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has concluded that Zika virus causes birth defects, namely microcephaly.
Apr 06

By Andrew Taylor, Associated Press
Congressional officials say the Obama administration has decided to transfer leftover money from the largely successful fight against Ebola to combat the growing threat of the Zika virus.
Apr 05

By Helen Branswell, STAT
Experts discuss whether or not Zika virus will become a perennial risk for pregnant women.
Mar 25

By Dina Fine Maron, Scientific American
New genomic analysis clears 2014 sports enthusiasts of unwittingly transporting Zika virus into Brazil.
Mar 20

By Michael D. Regan
Cuban health officials so far confirmed five instances of people infected with the virus, with an additional 130 people showing symptoms.
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