VOICED : Temor ante el zika y su nexo con microcefalia en bebes

The video discusses the increased efforts to combat the Aedes aegypti mosquito in Latin America due to the Zika virus, which also spreads dengue and chikungunya. The Zika virus, previously unknown in the region, has spread rapidly and raised concerns, especially in Brazil, about its potential link to microcephaly in babies. This has led to mass fumigations and advisories for women in certain countries to avoid pregnancy. The U.S. has also issued travel warnings for pregnant women. Zika infection causes symptoms similar to dengue and chikungunya, but there is no specific treatment available.

Which mosquito is responsible for spreading the Zika virus?

• Aedes aegypti

• Aedes albopictus

• Culex

• Anopheles

What concern was raised in Brazil regarding the Zika virus?

• It is resistant to current treatments

• It causes severe fever in adults

• It may be linked to microcephaly in babies

• It leads to skin rashes in children

What preventive advice was given to women in countries like Colombia and El Salvador?

• To avoid traveling to affected areas

• To use mosquito repellent regularly

• To avoid getting pregnant

• To wear long-sleeved clothing

Which country issued a travel advisory for pregnant women regarding the Zika virus?

• Brazil

• United States

• Argentina

• Mexico

What are the symptoms of a Zika virus infection?

• Fever, joint pain, and skin rashes

• Severe headache and nausea

• Stomach pain and diarrhea

• Cough and sore throat