Are you at risk of contracting Zika virus?

The video discusses the risk factors and transmission of the Zika virus, primarily spread by mosquitoes in warm climates with standing water. It highlights the Aedes aegypti mosquito as the main vector in Latin America, with Aedes albopictus as a potential carrier. Vulnerability is higher in dense, impoverished areas, while homes with screens and air conditioning reduce risk. The virus originated in Uganda and spread globally through travel and shipping, requiring a combination of environmental and population factors for local transmission.

What environmental conditions are necessary for the local spread of the Zika virus?

In what ways has international travel contributed to the spread of Zika virus?