VOICED : Colombia en primer nivel de alerta ante fase expansiva del zika

The video discusses the ongoing campaign against the Aedes aegypti mosquito, which transmits diseases like dengue, chikungunya, and zika. Colombia has declared a health alert due to the zika virus, urging hospitals to prepare for increased demand. The virus has infected over 13,800 people in Colombia, with potential severe effects on pregnant women, such as microcephaly in newborns. Predictions suggest over 600,000 infections in Colombia, similar to Brazil's situation. The government advises against pregnancies in the coming months. The WHO anticipates the virus will spread across the Americas, excluding Canada and Chile.

What actions did the Colombian government take in response to the zika virus threat?

• Started a vaccination campaign

• Banned travel to affected countries

• Closed all borders

• Declared a state of alert and prepared hospitals

Why is the zika virus particularly concerning for pregnant women?

• It causes severe fever

• It can lead to microcephaly in newborns

• It is highly contagious

• It has no known treatment

How many zika infections were expected in Colombia according to the transcript?

• 50,000

• 1 million

• 600,000

• 13,800

What recommendation did the Colombian government make to couples regarding pregnancy?

• To get vaccinated against zika

• To avoid pregnancy in the coming months

• To seek medical advice before conceiving

• To travel to unaffected areas

Which regions are expected to be unaffected by the zika virus according to the World Health Organization?

• North America and Europe

• Canada and Chile

• Asia and Africa

• Australia and New Zealand