Tag: Zika virus

Is the Zika virus a threat at work?

By Haydee Clotter on June 6, 2016June 6, 2016 USA, Zika virus

Is it possible to do your job the best way you possibly can when you are also putting your health at risk?

The Zika virus during pregnancy can cause microcephaly and other brain abnormalities. This disease can be transmitted through a mosquito bite, blood transfusion, sexual contact and from a mother to child.

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Zika virus effect on Rio Olympics

By Benjamin Cohen on June 6, 2016 Brazil, conflict, Human Rights, international relations, mosquito, national security, Olympics, USOC, Zika, Zika virus

The 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, are less than four months away and many are still wondering what effect the Zika virus will have on the games and what Brazil can do to protect athletes and spectators.