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CONTACTS
Erikka D. Neroes, Public Information Officer
erikka.neroes@dallascounty.org
214.819.6329 (office) 214.394.8109 (cell)
Zachary Thompson, Director
214.755.9299 (cell)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DCHHS Reports 3rd Zika Virus Case in Dallas County
DALLAS (Feb. 10, 2016) ? Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) laboratory today confirmed a
positive test result for Zika virus. DCHHS performed the preliminary test and will refer the specimen for
additional testing at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The 45-year-old non-pregnant patient is a resident in the City of Dallas who traveled to Honduras. Upon
returning to Dallas County, the patient was diagnosed with possible compatible symptoms that have resolved.
For medical confidentiality and personal privacy reasons, DCHHS does not provide additional identifying
information.
While sexual transmission of Zika virus is possible, it is primarily transmitted to people by Aedes species
mosquitoes. The most common symptoms of Zika virus are fever, rash, joint pain, and conjunctivitis (red eyes).
The illness is usually mild with symptoms lasting several days to a week.
DCHHS advises individuals with symptoms to see a healthcare provider if they visited an area where Zika virus is
present or had sexual contact with a person who traveled to an area where Zika virus is present. There is no
specific medication available to treat Zika virus and there is not a vaccine. The best way to avoid Zika virus is to
avoid mosquito bites and sexual contact with a person who has Zika virus.
DCHHS recommends everyone use the 4Ds to reduce the chance of being bitten by a mosquito.
DEET All Day, Every Day: Whenever you?re outside, use insect repellents that contain DEET or other EPA
approved repellents and follow label instructions.
DRESS: Wear long, loose, and light-colored clothing outside.
DRAIN: Remove all standing water in and around your home.
DUSK & DAWN: Limit outdoor activities during dusk and dawn hours when mosquitoes are most active.
Travelers can protect themselves further by doing the following:
Choose a hotel or lodging with air conditioning or screens on windows or doors.
Sleep under a mosquito bed net if you are outside or in a room that is not well-screened.
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http://www.dallascounty.org/departm...HSReportsThirdZikaVirusCaseinDallasCounty.pdf
Erikka D. Neroes, Public Information Officer
erikka.neroes@dallascounty.org
214.819.6329 (office) 214.394.8109 (cell)
Zachary Thompson, Director
214.755.9299 (cell)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DCHHS Reports 3rd Zika Virus Case in Dallas County
DALLAS (Feb. 10, 2016) ? Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) laboratory today confirmed a
positive test result for Zika virus. DCHHS performed the preliminary test and will refer the specimen for
additional testing at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The 45-year-old non-pregnant patient is a resident in the City of Dallas who traveled to Honduras. Upon
returning to Dallas County, the patient was diagnosed with possible compatible symptoms that have resolved.
For medical confidentiality and personal privacy reasons, DCHHS does not provide additional identifying
information.
While sexual transmission of Zika virus is possible, it is primarily transmitted to people by Aedes species
mosquitoes. The most common symptoms of Zika virus are fever, rash, joint pain, and conjunctivitis (red eyes).
The illness is usually mild with symptoms lasting several days to a week.
DCHHS advises individuals with symptoms to see a healthcare provider if they visited an area where Zika virus is
present or had sexual contact with a person who traveled to an area where Zika virus is present. There is no
specific medication available to treat Zika virus and there is not a vaccine. The best way to avoid Zika virus is to
avoid mosquito bites and sexual contact with a person who has Zika virus.
DCHHS recommends everyone use the 4Ds to reduce the chance of being bitten by a mosquito.
DEET All Day, Every Day: Whenever you?re outside, use insect repellents that contain DEET or other EPA
approved repellents and follow label instructions.
DRESS: Wear long, loose, and light-colored clothing outside.
DRAIN: Remove all standing water in and around your home.
DUSK & DAWN: Limit outdoor activities during dusk and dawn hours when mosquitoes are most active.
Travelers can protect themselves further by doing the following:
Choose a hotel or lodging with air conditioning or screens on windows or doors.
Sleep under a mosquito bed net if you are outside or in a room that is not well-screened.
...
http://www.dallascounty.org/departm...HSReportsThirdZikaVirusCaseinDallasCounty.pdf