ZIKA M o s q u i t o e s a n d T h e

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The Zika Virus can spread from mother to fetus during pregnancy if she has been bitten by an infected mosquito, resulting in birth defects.

ZIKA Fact:

The Zika virus is transmitted mostly by bites from infected Aedes mosquitoes.

ZIKA Fact:

There is evidence that the Zika virus can also be transmitted sexually.

There is no vaccine or medicine for the zika virus.

ZIKA Fact:

Zika virus has been found in many u.s. states.

ZIKA Fact:

http://www.cdc.gov/zika/geo/united-states.html

Zika virus symptoms.

ZIKA Fact:

4 out of 5 infected people don’t have symptoms.

Mosquitoes are the #1 disease-carrying insect.

Mosquito Fact:

Mosquitoes BREED IN STANDING WATER

Mosquito Fact:

Pet Water Bowl Clogged Gutters

Standing Water

Bird Baths

Old tires or toys

Eliminate breeding areas.

Mosquito prevention:

Pet Water Bowl Clogged Gutters

Standing Water Old tires or toys

Bird Baths

Wear protective clothing during outdoor activities.

Mosquito prevention:

Apply mosquito repellent

Mosquito prevention:

“Using an insect repellent is one of the best ways you can protect yourself from Zika and other diseases transmitted by mosquitoes." Harry Savage, chief of ecology and entomology activity at the CDC's Division of Vector-Borne Diseases

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Mosquito control:

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