The Indian government on Wednesday (Jul 3) issued an advisory to all states amid a rise in reported cases of Zika virus. The health ministry highlighted the need for maintaining a constant vigil over the situation in the country.&nbsp;

The Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus. It was first identified in monkeys in Uganda in 1947 and was later found in humans in 1952. It is transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, which are also known to transmit infections like dengue and chikungunya.&nbsp;

Mosquito bites are the most common way the Zika virus spreads, mother to child transmission also happens during pregnancy or around the time of birth, the virus also spreads through sexual intercourse with an infected person and it can be transmitted via blood transfusion, but it is quite rare.&nbsp;

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The majority of people infected with the Zika virus do not show symptoms. However, if symptoms do occur, they are: fever, rash, joint pain, conjunctivitis (red eyes) and muscle pain.&nbsp;

Pune, a city in the Indian state of Maharashtra, has reported at least eight cases of Zika virus infection, a health official confirmed on Tuesday (Jul 2). Two patients among them are pregnant women.&nbsp;

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<h2>Zika virus and pregnant women&nbsp;</h2>

Dr Atul Goel, Director General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare issued the advisory and in addition to that, he asked health facilities to identify a nodal officer to monitor and act to keep the premises free of Aedes mosquito infestation.&nbsp;

The states have been advised to alert the clinicians for close monitoring as Zika is associated with microcephaly and neurological consequences in the foetus of the aﬀected pregnant women.&nbsp;

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"States are urged to instruct the health facilities in the aﬀected areas or those catering cases from aﬀected areas to screen the pregnant women for Zika virus infection, monitor the growth of the fetus of expecting mothers who have tested positive for Zika and act as per Central Government Guidelines," the government advised.&nbsp;

"States were also instructed to advise health facilities/hospitals to identify a nodal officer to monitor and act to keep the premises Aedes mosquito-free," it added.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

The Indian government on Wednesday (Jul 3) issued an advisory to all states amid a rise in reported cases of Zika virus. The health ministry highlighted the need for maintaining a constant vigil over the situation in the country.

The Indian government on Wednesday (Jul 3) issued an advisory to all states amid a rise in reported cases of Zika virus. The health ministry highlighted the need for maintaining a constant vigil over the situation in the country. The Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus. It was first identified in monkeys in Uganda in 1947 and was later found in humans in 1952. It is transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, which are also known to transmit infections like dengue and chikungunya. Mosquito bites are the most common way the Zika virus spreads, mother to child transmission also happens during pregnancy or around the time of birth, the virus also spreads through sexual intercourse with an infected person and it can be transmitted via blood transfusion, but it is quite rare. Also read: Zika virus cases in India: Pregnant women among infected, experts tell WION about preventive measures The majority of people infected with the Zika virus do not show symptoms. However, if symptoms do occur, they are: fever, rash, joint pain, conjunctivitis (red eyes) and muscle pain. Pune, a city in the Indian state of Maharashtra, has reported at least eight cases of Zika virus infection, a health official confirmed on Tuesday (Jul 2). Two patients among them are pregnant women. #HealthForAll Union Health Ministry Issues Advisory to States in view of #ZikaVirus cases from Maharashtra States urged to maintain a state of constant vigil through screening of pregnant women for Zika virus infection and monitoring the growth of foetus of expecting mothers… — Ministry of Health (@MoHFW_INDIA) July 3, 2024 × Zika virus and pregnant women Dr Atul Goel, Director General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare issued the advisory and in addition to that, he asked health facilities to identify a nodal officer to monitor and act to keep the premises free of Aedes mosquito infestation. The states have been advised to alert the clinicians for close monitoring as Zika is associated with microcephaly and neurological consequences in the foetus of the aﬀected pregnant women. Also read: Explainer: Experts tell why kidney stone cases rise among young people due to heatwave "States are urged to instruct the health facilities in the aﬀected areas or those catering cases from aﬀected areas to screen the pregnant women for Zika virus infection, monitor the growth of the fetus of expecting mothers who have tested positive for Zika and act as per Central Government Guidelines," the government advised. "States were also instructed to advise health facilities/hospitals to identify a nodal officer to monitor and act to keep the premises Aedes mosquito-free," it added. (With inputs from agencies)

Zika virus outbreak: Indian government issues advisory, focus on screening pregnant women

Ten more people, including three Indian Air Force personnel tested positive for the Zika virus in the Indian city of Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh state&nbsp;on Sunday taking the total number of cases to 89, district magistrate Vishak G Ayyar said.

On Saturday, 13 people had tested positive for the Zika virus. One case was also reported from neighbouring Kannauj district in India's Uttar Pradesh state.

"Out of the 89 infected people, 55 are men and 34 are women. Among these, 23 are those having age below 21 years. Of the total infected people, 12 are Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel. This includes 11 men and one woman," the district magistrate said.

Health teams had collected blood samples of 525 people on Thursday, Friday and Saturday which were sent to the virology lab of the King George's Medical University in Lucknow and the National Institute of Virology in Pune for testing.

"Of these, 23 samples tested positive for Zika virus," the district magistrate added. Ayyar also said that health teams have collected samples of 525 people who were in close contact with the infected people and living in the radius of 3 km of the IAF station hangars for testing.

The first case of the virus was reported in the city on October 23 when a warrant officer of the IAF tested positive for the infection.

So far, a total of 3,283 samples have been collected from the city and sent to the virology lab of KGMU in Lucknow and NIV in Pune for testing.

Zika is a mosquito-borne virus and hence, getting rid of mosquitoes is the safe way out, the district magistrate said.

To check the spread of the disease, health teams are undertaking sanitisation programmes, including anti-larvae spraying and identifying fever patients, screening seriously ill people and pregnant women.

Health officials have been asked to step up surveillance and ensure door-to-door sampling and testing for Zika virus.

Ten more people, including three Indian Air Force personnel tested positive for the Zika virus in the Indian city of Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh state on Sunday taking the total number of cases to 89, district magistrate Vishak G Ayyar said.

Ten more people, including three Indian Air Force personnel tested positive for the Zika virus in the Indian city of Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh state on Sunday taking the total number of cases to 89, district magistrate Vishak G Ayyar said. On Saturday, 13 people had tested positive for the Zika virus. One case was also reported from neighbouring Kannauj district in India's Uttar Pradesh state. "Out of the 89 infected people, 55 are men and 34 are women. Among these, 23 are those having age below 21 years. Of the total infected people, 12 are Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel. This includes 11 men and one woman," the district magistrate said. Health teams had collected blood samples of 525 people on Thursday, Friday and Saturday which were sent to the virology lab of the King George's Medical University in Lucknow and the National Institute of Virology in Pune for testing. "Of these, 23 samples tested positive for Zika virus," the district magistrate added. Ayyar also said that health teams have collected samples of 525 people who were in close contact with the infected people and living in the radius of 3 km of the IAF station hangars for testing. The first case of the virus was reported in the city on October 23 when a warrant officer of the IAF tested positive for the infection. So far, a total of 3,283 samples have been collected from the city and sent to the virology lab of KGMU in Lucknow and NIV in Pune for testing. Zika is a mosquito-borne virus and hence, getting rid of mosquitoes is the safe way out, the district magistrate said. To check the spread of the disease, health teams are undertaking sanitisation programmes, including anti-larvae spraying and identifying fever patients, screening seriously ill people and pregnant women. Health officials have been asked to step up surveillance and ensure door-to-door sampling and testing for Zika virus.

Zika virus spreads in Indian city of Kanpur; ten more infected including IAF personnel

Indian athlete Sudha Singh returned from Rio de Janeiro with fever, fatigue, rapidly changing blood pressure and body ache on Saturday. 
 
The athlete, who performed in the steeplechase competition, was admitted in a&nbsp;hospital in India&#39;s southern city of Bangalore after she complained of fatigue and joint pain, according to a report by NDTV. The thirty-year-old has been kept in isolation, while her blood samples have been sent for Zika virus testing to virology institute. 
 
Since the athlete was in Brazil for the tournament, where the virus has been a major concern, the doctors want to be extra cautious about it, even if they hope it is only a regular viral infection. 
 
Along with Sudha, her roommates at Rio, OP Jaisha, and Kavita Raut&nbsp;are also reportedly down with fever. Although Sudha&#39;s health is improving, Zika scare is of a major concern. 
 
(WION)

Sudha Singh has just returned from Rio where her roommates are also reportedly down with fever

Indian athlete Sudha Singh returned from Rio de Janeiro with fever, fatigue, rapidly changing blood pressure and body ache on Saturday. The athlete, who performed in the steeplechase competition, was admitted in a hospital in India's southern city of Bangalore after she complained of fatigue and joint pain, according to a report by NDTV. The thirty-year-old has been kept in isolation, while her blood samples have been sent for Zika virus testing to virology institute. Since the athlete was in Brazil for the tournament, where the virus has been a major concern, the doctors want to be extra cautious about it, even if they hope it is only a regular viral infection. Along with Sudha, her roommates at Rio, OP Jaisha, and Kavita Raut are also reportedly down with fever. Although Sudha's health is improving, Zika scare is of a major concern. (WION)

Indian athlete with Zika virus symptoms kept in isolation

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