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  • Canada - Zika virus infection - Travel Health Notice (Updated: August 31, 2016)

    Zika virus infection: Global Update
    Level 2



    Updated: July 29, 2016

    Travel Health Notice

    The state of Florida in the United States has reported Zika virus infections likely caused by local mosquitoes in some parts of South Florida (Miami-Dade and Broward). These would be the first cases of the virus being transmitted by mosquitoes in the continental United States. The Public Health Agency of Canada is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States to provide Canadians with the most up to date information as it becomes available.

    Zika virus infection is caused by a virus which is primarily spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. It can also be transmitted from an infected pregnant woman to her developing baby. In addition, Zika virus can be sexually transmitted, and the virus can persist for an extended period of time in the semen or infected males. Cases of sexual transmission from an infected male to his partner have been reported. Only one case of sexual transmission has been reported from an infected female to her partner.

    Symptoms of Zika virus can include fever, headache, conjunctivitis (pink eye) and skin rash, along with joint and muscle pain. The illness is typically mild and lasts only a few days and the majority of those infected do not have symptoms. There is no vaccine or medication that protects against Zika virus infection.

    Experts agree that Zika virus infection causes microcephaly (abnormally small head) in developing babies during pregnancy and Guillain-Barr? Syndrome (a neurological disorder). Several countries have reported cases of microcephaly and Guillian-Barr? Syndrome. Brazil, in particular, has reported a significant increase in the number of newborns with microcephaly.
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    https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/heal...th-notices/152
    "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
    -Nelson Mandela

  • #2
    Zika virus infection: Global Update

    Level 2



    Updated: August 01, 2016

    Travel Health Notice

    The state of Florida in the United States has reported additional cases of Zika virus infections transmitted by local mosquitoes in one small area in South Florida (see CDC map). The Florida Department of Health (DOH) has been testing individuals in three locations in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties for possible local transmission through mosquito bites. The DOH believes local transmissions are limited to the same area in Miami.

    The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends that pregnant women and those planning a pregnancy avoid travel to the area in South Florida (see CDC map) and countries with reported mosquito-borne Zika virus. All travellers should protect themselves from mosquito bites. For additional recommendations please see the section below.

    The Public Health Agency of Canada is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States to provide Canadians with the most up to date information as it becomes available.

    Zika infection is caused by a virus which is primarily spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. It can also be transmitted from an infected pregnant woman to her developing baby. In addition, Zika virus can be sexually transmitted, and the virus can persist for an extended period of time in the semen or infected males. Cases of sexual transmission from an infected male to his partner have been reported. Only one case of sexual transmission has been reported from an infected female to her partner.

    Symptoms of Zika virus can include fever, headache, conjunctivitis (pink eye) and skin rash, along with joint and muscle pain. The illness is typically mild and lasts only a few days and the majority of those infected do not have symptoms. There is no vaccine or medication that protects against Zika virus infection.

    Experts agree that Zika virus infection causes microcephaly (abnormally small head) in developing babies during pregnancy and Guillain-Barr? Syndrome (a neurological disorder). Several countries have reported cases of microcephaly and Guillian-Barr? Syndrome. Brazil, in particular, has reported a significant increase in the number of newborns with microcephaly.

    Zika virus is occurring in many regions of the world although local transmission of Zika virus was first reported in the Americas in 2015. There have been travel-related cases of Zika virus reported in Canada in returned travellers from countries with ongoing Zika virus outbreaks.

    On June 14, 2016 the World Health Organization declared that the clusters of microcephaly cases and other neurological disorders, continues to constitute aPublic Health Emergency of International Concern.

    This travel health notice will be updated as more information becomes available.


    Recommendations

    Consult a health care provider or visit a travel health clinic preferably six weeks before you travel.
    • Pregnant women and those planning a pregnancy should avoid travel to countries with ongoing Zika virus outbreaks.
      • If travel cannot be avoided or postponed strict mosquito bite prevention measures should be followed due to the association between Zika virus infection and increased risk of serious health effects on their unborn baby.
    • Travellers returning from countries with ongoing Zika virus outbreaks:
      • For pregnant women, if you develop symptoms that could be consistent with Zika virus infection, you should consult a health care provider.
      • For women planning a pregnancy, it is strongly recommended that you wait at least 2 months before trying to conceive to ensure that any possible Zika virus infection has cleared your body.
      • For male travellers, Zika virus can persist for an extended period of time in the semen of infected males, therefore
        • It is strongly recommended that, if you have a pregnant partner, you should use condoms or avoid having sex for the duration of the pregnancy.
        • It is strongly recommended that you and your partner wait to conceive for 6 months by using a condom or by avoiding having sex.
        • It is recommended that you should consider using condoms or avoid having sex with any partner for 6 months.
    • Travellers should protect themselves from mosquito bites at all times, as the Zika virus is transmitted by a mosquito that can bite in daylight and evening hours. These mosquitoes generally do not live or transmit disease at elevations above 2,000 meters. A list of how to prevent insect bites is available on the Government of Canada's website.
    • Most people who have Zika virus illness will have mild symptoms that resolve with simple supportive care. If you are pregnant, or you have underlying medical conditions, or you develop more serious symptoms that could be consistent with Zika virus infection, you should see a health care provider and tell them where you have been travelling or living.
    • ...
    • https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/heal...th-notices/152
    "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
    -Nelson Mandela

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    • #3
      Zika virus infection: Global Update
      Level 2

      Updated: August 12, 2016

      Travel Health Notice

      The state of Florida in the United States has reported cases of Zika virus infection transmitted by local mosquitoes in one limited area in South Florida (see CDC map).

      The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends that pregnant women and those planning a pregnancy avoid travel to the area in South Florida (see CDC map) and to countries with reported mosquito-borne Zika virus. The World Health Organization Zika situation report lists countries where there is reported mosquito-borne Zika virus transmission (countries listed under category 1 and 2 of Table 1 [pdf, 680KB]). All travellers should protect themselves from mosquito bites. For additional recommendations please see the section below.

      The Public Health Agency of Canada is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States to provide Canadians with the most up to date information as it becomes available.

      Zika virus infection is caused by a virus which is primarily spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. It can also be transmitted from an infected pregnant woman to her developing fetus. In addition, Zika virus can be sexually transmitted, and the virus can persist for an extended period of time in the semen of infected males. Cases of sexual transmission from an infected male to his partner have been reported. Only one case of sexual transmission has been reported from an infected female to her partner.

      Symptoms of Zika virus can include fever, headache, conjunctivitis (pink eye) and skin rash, along with joint and muscle pain. The illness is typically mild and lasts only a few days and the majority of those infected do not have symptoms. There is no vaccine or medication that protects against Zika virus infection.

      Experts agree that Zika virus infection causes microcephaly (abnormally small head) in a developing fetus during pregnancy and Guillain-Barr? Syndrome (a neurological disorder). Several countries have reported cases of microcephaly and Guillian-Barr? Syndrome. Brazil, in particular, has reported a significant increase in the number of newborns with microcephaly.

      Zika virus is occurring in many regions of the world (pdf, 382KB) although local transmission of Zika virus was first reported in the Americas in 2015. There have been travel-related cases of Zika virus reported in Canada in returned travellers from countries with ongoing Zika virus outbreaks.

      On June 14, 2016 the World Health Organization declared that the clusters of microcephaly cases and other neurological disorders, continues to constitute aPublic Health Emergency of International Concern.

      This travel health notice will be updated as more information becomes available.

      https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/heal...th-notices/152
      "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
      -Nelson Mandela

      Comment


      • #4
        Zika virus infection: Global Update

        Level 2


        Updated: August 19, 2016

        Travel Health Notice

        The state of Florida in the United States has reported cases of Zika virus infection transmitted by local mosquitoes in one limited area in South Florida (see CDC map).

        The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends that pregnant women and those planning a pregnancy avoid travel to the area in South Florida (see CDC map) and to countries with reported mosquito-borne Zika virus. The World Health Organization Zika situation report lists countries where there is reported mosquito-borne Zika virus transmission (countries listed under category 1 and 2 of Table 1 [pdf, 593KB]). All travellers should protect themselves from mosquito bites. For additional recommendations please see the section below.

        The Public Health Agency of Canada is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States to provide Canadians with the most up to date information as it becomes available.

        Zika virus infection is caused by a virus which is primarily spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. It can also be transmitted from an infected pregnant woman to her developing fetus. In addition, Zika virus can be sexually transmitted, and the virus can persist for an extended period of time in the semen of infected males. Cases of sexual transmission from an infected male to his partner have been reported. Only one case of sexual transmission has been reported from an infected female to her partner.
        Symptoms of Zika virus can include fever, headache, conjunctivitis (pink eye) and skin rash, along with joint and muscle pain. The illness is typically mild and lasts only a few days and the majority of those infected do not have symptoms. There is no vaccine or medication that protects against Zika virus infection.

        Experts agree that Zika virus infection causes microcephaly (abnormally small head) in a developing fetus during pregnancy and Guillain-Barr? Syndrome (a neurological disorder). Several countries have reported cases of microcephaly and Guillian-Barr? Syndrome. Brazil, in particular, has reported a significant increase in the number of newborns with microcephaly.

        Zika virus is occurring in many regions of the world (pdf, 593KB) although local transmission of Zika virus was first reported in the Americas in 2015. There have been travel-related cases of Zika virus reported in Canada in returned travellers from countries with ongoing Zika virus outbreaks.

        On June 14, 2016 the World Health Organization declared that the clusters of microcephaly cases and other neurological disorders, continues to constitute aPublic Health Emergency of International Concern.

        This travel health notice will be updated as more information becomes available.

        ...
        https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/heal...th-notices/152
        "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
        -Nelson Mandela

        Comment


        • #5
          Zika virus infection: Global Update
          Level 2

          Updated: August 31, 2016

          Travel Health Notice

          The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends that pregnant women and those planning a pregnancy avoid travel to countries or areas in the United States with reported mosquito-borne Zika virus.

          The World Health Organization Zika situation report lists countries where there is reported mosquito-borne Zika virus transmission (countries listed under category 1 and 2 of Table 1 [pdf, 393KB]). In addition to these countries, the Ministry of Health of Singapore has recently confirmed locally transmitted mosquito-borne cases of Zika infection.

          The state of Florida in the United States has reported cases of Zika virus infection transmitted locally by mosquitoes in areas of Florida.
          • Pregnant women and those planning a pregnancy should avoid travel to the affected areas of Florida (see CDC map).
          • There is potential transmission of Zika virus in and around areas with reported locally transmitted cases, even if cases are not yet reported.
          • Pregnant women and those planning a pregnancy should consider postponing travel to other areas in Florida.
          All travellers should protect themselves from mosquito bites. For additional recommendations please see the section below.
          Zika virus infection is caused by a virus which is primarily spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. It can also be transmitted from an infected pregnant woman to her developing fetus. In addition, Zika virus can be sexually transmitted, and the virus can persist for an extended period of time in the semen of infected males. Cases of sexual transmission from an infected male to his partner have been reported. Only one case of sexual transmission has been reported from an infected female to her partner.
          Symptoms of Zika virus can include fever, headache, conjunctivitis (pink eye) and skin rash, along with joint and muscle pain. The illness is typically mild and lasts only a few days and the majority of those infected do not have symptoms. There is no vaccine or medication that protects against Zika virus infection.

          Experts agree that Zika virus infection causes microcephaly (abnormally small head) in a developing fetus during pregnancy and Guillain-Barr? Syndrome (a neurological disorder). Several countries have reported cases of microcephaly and Guillian-Barr? Syndrome. Brazil, in particular, has reported a significant increase in the number of newborns with microcephaly.

          Zika virus is occurring in many regions of the world (pdf, 393KB) although local transmission of Zika virus was first reported in the Americas in 2015. There have been travel-related cases of Zika virus reported in Canada in returned travellers from countries with ongoing Zika virus outbreaks.

          On June 14, 2016 the World Health Organization declared that the clusters of microcephaly cases and other neurological disorders, continues to constitute aPublic Health Emergency of International Concern.
          This travel health notice will be updated as more information becomes available.
          ...
          https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/heal...th-notices/152
          "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
          -Nelson Mandela

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