Countries and Territories with Active Zika Virus Transmission

Quick update on what you need to know about Zika virus to protect yourself and your family.  Zika virus spreads to people through mosquito bites and in some cases through sexual contact. While the virus poses little risk to most individuals, if you are pregnant, the virus may put your unborn child at risk.

CDC recommends delaying pregnancy after Zika virus infection
The CDC issued guidance urging women who have been infected with the Zika virus to wait at least two months before trying to get pregnant, and for men who have had the virus to wait at least six months before trying to conceive to avoid birth defects tied to the virus. The guidelines also advise men and women with possible Zika exposure to delay conception attempts for at least two months. Reuters (3/26)

What to know about Zika virus

Zika virus is not spread through the air.  Most of the time Zika infection does not cause any symptoms. When it does, the most common symptoms of Zika are fever, rash, joint pain or conjunctivitis (red eyes). Other common symptoms include muscle pain and headache.

At A Glance – Zika in the U.S. (as of March 23, 2016)