VOICED : Turistas en Brasil toman precauciones para evitar zika

Brazil is battling a Zika outbreak, with over 1.5 million cases since last April. The virus, spread by the Aedes aegypti mosquito, is rapidly affecting Latin America. The WHO predicts 3-4 million cases in the Americas, with no vaccine available soon. Tourists in Brazil are taking precautions, using repellents to protect against the virus. Zika symptoms are generally mild, but it poses a risk to pregnant women, potentially causing microcephaly in newborns. With the upcoming Olympics, Brazil assures tourists that the cooler, drier August climate will hinder mosquito breeding.

What is the primary vector responsible for the spread of the Zika virus in Latin America?

• Housefly

• Aedes aegypti mosquito

• Culex mosquito

• Anopheles mosquito

What is the estimated number of people that could be affected by the Zika outbreak in the Americas according to the World Health Organization?

• 3 to 4 million

• 1 to 2 million

• 5 to 6 million

• 7 to 8 million

How are tourists in Brazil protecting themselves from the Zika virus?

• By taking antiviral medication

• By wearing long-sleeved clothing

• By using mosquito repellents

• By avoiding outdoor activities

What is a major concern for pregnant women who contract the Zika virus?

• Severe flu-like symptoms

• Higher chances of malaria

• Development of microcephaly in babies

• Increased risk of dengue

What reassurance is Brazil offering to tourists regarding the Zika virus during the Olympic Games?

• Mosquito-free zones around venues

• Free vaccinations for all visitors

• Cooler and drier weather conditions

• Daily health check-ups for tourists