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@unitednations:
A baby sleeps under a mosquito net.
The World Health Organization has declared the
#ZikaVirus microcephaly and other neurological abnormalities reported in Latin America following a similar cluster in French Polynesia in 2014 constitutes a Public Health Emergency of International Concern.
On Monday,
#WHO Director General Margaret Chan said the most important protective measures are the control of mosquito populations and the prevention of mosquito bites -- and to protect pregnant women and their babies from harm. She advised pregnant women to consider delaying travel to areas affected by Zika seek advice from their physician if they are living in areas affected by Zika, as well as protect themselves against mosquito bites by wearing repellent. π·
@worldhealthorganization / AMRO