Research Guides: Disease Outbreaks: Zika virus

Online Zika virus Resources

The Zika virus is primarily transmitted to people through mosquito bites. The type of mosquito that transmits the Zika virus is the Aedes, the same mosquito that spreads dengue fever. Here are some resources with more information about the Zika virus.

CDC - Zika virus
Timely information from the CDC about the Zika virus including how it is transmitted, spread, its symptoms and how it can be prevented. Also available is information for health care workers.
World Health Organization (WHO) - Zika virus
WHO's page has advice for travelers, a Zika virus fact sheet in six languages, and related links.
Freely available Zika Virus resources from BMJ
A collection of freely available resources to help clinicians learn about the global threat the Zika virus poses. Also available are FAQ from patients and answers to the questions. These resources are going to be updated as new information becomes available.
Zika Virus resources from the New England Journal of Medicine
From the New England Journal of Medicine, articles, resources, clinical reports and management guidelines on the Zika virus outbreak.