Zika Virus First Case Detected in Karnataka: Know Symptoms and Prevention Tips
2 years ago

Zika Virus First Case Detected in Karnataka: Know Symptoms and Prevention Tips

News 18  

Recently, a five-year-old girl from Karnataka’s Kolar district has been tested positive for Zika Virus, marking the first case in the State. Earlier this month, a 67-year-old man was also found infected with the Zika virus in Pune. Zika Virus infection is a mosquito-borne disease that is spread by the Aedes mosquito, the same species that transmits the Chikungunya and Dengue viruses. According to the World Health Organization, Zika Virus disease can infect a pregnant woman and her fetus.

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Six Zika cases detected in Bengaluru
4 months ago

Six Zika cases detected in Bengaluru

The Hindu  

Six cases of Zika virus were detected in Jigani in Bengaluru between August 4 and August 15, Health Department officials said on Sunday. Along with the six detected cases of Zika in Bengaluru, two persons in Shivamogga have also been affected by the virus. Like how we treat dengue, we must administer paracetamol and pain-relief medications for those affected.” Talking …

Pune records 73 Zika virus cases, health department urges calm
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Pune records 73 Zika virus cases, health department urges calm

The Hindu  

As of Wednesday, 88 people have been admitted with the Zika virus infections in Maharashtra, a senior health official from the Integrated Disease Surveillance Program of the Public Health Department, Government of Maharashtra, said. In all, 73 cases of Zika virus have been reported from Pune city, 6 from Pune rural, 2 from Pimpri Chinchwad, 4 from Ahmednagar, 1 from …

Concerns over spread of Zika virus in Pimpri-Chinchwad
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Concerns over spread of Zika virus in Pimpri-Chinchwad

Hindustan Times  

Two people from Pimpri-Chinchwad areas on Friday tested positive for the Zika virus infection, the National Institute of Virology reports confirmed. Out of the total cases reported on Friday, six were from Pune and two cases each from Pune Rural and PCMC. Since July 20, Pune district has reported 65 Zika virus cases, said the officials. A 24-year-old man from …

Pune reports two suspected Zika deaths
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Pune reports two suspected Zika deaths

Hindustan Times  

PUNE: The Pune Municipal Corporation has reported death of two Zika virus-infected patients. PMC in past has reported two Zika suspected deaths and reports of all four suspected deaths will be sent to the death committee for review, said officials. His samples were sent to NIV on July 17 and the reports received on July 31 confirmed the presence of …

Pune health experts detect Zika virus in mosquito pools, larvae samples
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Pune health experts detect Zika virus in mosquito pools, larvae samples

Hindustan Times  

Amid the Zika virus threat across the city, a team from ICMR-National Institute of Virology found the virus in a mosquito pool and larvae samples collected from Pashan, Erandwane and Mundhwa. Dr Radhakrishnan Pawar, joint director of health services, said, “The virus has been detected in a mosquito pool and larvae samples collected from areas like Pashan, Erandwane and Mundhwa. …

9 test positive for Zika virus in Pune district; tally stands at 48
4 months, 3 weeks ago

9 test positive for Zika virus in Pune district; tally stands at 48

Hindustan Times  

The district reported a sharp rise in Zika cases on Sunday with nine fresh cases which has taken the tally to 48, as per the health department. Zika virus in pregnant women can cause congenital microcephaly, Guillain-Barre syndrome and other neurological complications, said officials. The remaining fresh cases reported in Pune district include—a 74-year-old woman from Erandwane, a 54-year-old woman …

Two patients who died at private hospitals in Pune test positive for Zika
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Two patients who died at private hospitals in Pune test positive for Zika

Hindustan Times  

Two patients from the city, aged 76 and 72, who died earlier this month later tested positive for Zika virus infection. A 72-year-old woman, a resident of Prabhat Road, tested positive for Zika virus infection on Friday The deceased from Warje was admitted at Joshi Hospital on July 10 and reportedly died on July 14. His samples were sent to …

Three test positive for Zika virus, including two pregnant women from Kothrud
5 months ago

Three test positive for Zika virus, including two pregnant women from Kothrud

Hindustan Times  

The number of Zika virus infection cases continues to surge in Pune city with three fresh cases reported on Wednesday, taking the total number of cases in the city to 36. The PMC on Wednesday sent samples of as many as 56 suspected patients which include samples of 49 suspected pregnant women. Since June 20, the PMC has reported 36 …

How to Manage Zika Virus During Pregnancy
5 months, 1 week ago

How to Manage Zika Virus During Pregnancy

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The Union Health Ministry has issued an advisory to all states following reports of Zika virus cases. Diagnosis Diagnosing Zika virus involves RT-PCR testing of blood within seven days of symptom onset. Impact on Pregnancy Zika virus infection during pregnancy can cause serious abnormalities in the baby, known as congenital Zika syndrome. Dr. Tarakeswari, Chief Medical Director, Fernandez Hospital …

Zika virus transmission in Pune’s Sukhsagarnagar area; one more test positive
5 months, 1 week ago

Zika virus transmission in Pune’s Sukhsagarnagar area; one more test positive

Hindustan Times  

Kondhwa-Yewalewadi ward office area of Pune Municipal Corporation reported its first Zika virus infection after a 46-year-old woman from Sukhsagarnagar tested positive on Saturday, said officials. The civic body has reported active Zika virus transmission in eight wards — Karve Nagar-Warje, Hadapsar, Kothrud-Bavdhan, Aundh-Baner, Sinhagad Road, Ahmednagar Road, Kondhwa-Yewalewadi and Yerawada. “The blood samples of 46-year-old woman from Sukhsagarnagar, who …

Only 5% expecting mothers in Zika virus-affected areas tested by Pune civic body
5 months, 1 week ago

Only 5% expecting mothers in Zika virus-affected areas tested by Pune civic body

Hindustan Times  

Despite the guidelines issued by the ministry of health and family welfare for mandatory testing of all pregnant women in Zika virus-affected areas, Pune Municipal Corporation has tested only 5% of expecting mothers from these areas. In a letter sent to PMC health officer dated July 11, joint director of health services Dr Radhakishan Pawar – who is also in …

Another pregnant woman tests positive for Zika virus infection in Pune
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Another pregnant woman tests positive for Zika virus infection in Pune

Hindustan Times  

The Pune Municipal Corporation on Monday confirmed another case of Zika virus infection in a 31-year-old pregnant woman from Tingrenagar. Dr Rajesh Dighe, assistant health officer, PMC, informed, “On Monday 15 samples of suspected pregnant women were sent to NIV for testing for the virus infection. Out of these 15 samples, 13 are from Pashan and one each from Mundhwa …

Two more test positive for Zika virus infection; cases stand at 11 in Pune
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Two more test positive for Zika virus infection; cases stand at 11 in Pune

Hindustan Times  

With two more people testing positive for the infection, the Zika virus transmission continues to surge in different parts of the city. The Zika virus is transmitted through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito, known to transmit infections like dengue and chikungunya. A majority of those infected with Zika either remain asymptomatic or show mild symptoms of fever, rash, …

One more woman tests positive for Zika in Pune
5 months, 2 weeks ago

One more woman tests positive for Zika in Pune

Hindustan Times  

A 28-year-old woman, resident of Pashan, has tested positive for Zika virus infection, said officials. Meanwhile, two more women have tested positive for Zika virus infection as per the reports received from a private lab. Pregnant women and people with symptoms like fever, rash and joint pain should come forward to get tested for Zika virus infection. The samples of …

Centre issues advisory to states on Zika virus cases from Maharashtra
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Centre issues advisory to states on Zika virus cases from Maharashtra

Hindustan Times  

The Centre on Wednesday issued an advisory to all states in view of Zika virus cases from Maharashtra and urged the states to maintain a constant vigil through screening of pregnant women for the virus. The states have been also advised to maintain a state of constant vigil through screening of pregnant women for infection and monitoring the growth of …

No fear of Zika in Mumbai yet
5 months, 3 weeks ago

No fear of Zika in Mumbai yet

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Even as Pune has reported six cases of Zika virus and one each in Ahmednagar and Kolhapur, raising concerns about the spread of the mosquito-borne virus, doctors in Mumbai and the civic body have said there is no cause for panic. Dr Vasant Nagvekar, director of the department of infectious disease at HN Reliance Hospital, said current PCR testing …

Pune Zika cases: PMC begins survey of pregnant women in Erandwane, Mundhwa areas
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Pune Zika cases: PMC begins survey of pregnant women in Erandwane, Mundhwa areas

Hindustan Times  

Following the directions from scientists of the Indian Council of Medical Research —National Institute of Virology, Pune and experts from the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme, the public health department of Pune Municipal Corporation from Tuesday started surveillance activities and door-to-door survey to identify Zika virus infection among pregnant women. PMC has a total of 483 pregnant women registered …

Zika cases in Pune: Experts advise to scale up surveillance, preventive measures
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Zika cases in Pune: Experts advise to scale up surveillance, preventive measures

Hindustan Times  

The scientist from the Indian Council of Medical Research’s —National Institute of Virology Pune and experts from National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme, public health department and BJ Medical College held a statewide meeting on Monday to counter the Zika virus threat. Dr Rajesh Dighe, assistant health officer of PMC, said, the NIV experts have asked us to take samples …

Another Zika virus case detected in Pune; total cases at six
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Another Zika virus case detected in Pune; total cases at six

Hindustan Times  

Another pregnant woman on Monday tested positive for the Zika virus infection in Pune, taking the total number of cases to six. The 35-year-old woman is a resident of Ganesh Nagar, Erandwane just 150 meters away from the residence of the first Zika virus-infected woman, said the Pune Municipal Corporation officials. The NIV detected Zika virus in her samples and …

Six Zika Virus Infection Cases in Pune; Two Patients Are Pregnant Women
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Six Zika Virus Infection Cases in Pune; Two Patients Are Pregnant Women

News 18  

Six cases of Zika virus infection have been reported in Pune city, health officials said on Monday. “A 28-year-old pregnant woman from the Erandwane area was detected with Zika virus infection. Zika virus in pregnant women may cause microcephaly in the foetus. “The first case of Zika virus infection was reported from Erandwane when a 46-year-old doctor’s report returned positive.

Maharashtra: Two Zika virus cases reported in Pune
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Maharashtra: Two Zika virus cases reported in Pune

Deccan Chronicle  

Pune: Pune reported its first two cases of Zika virus infection this year, an official said. Assistant Health Officer at Pune Municipal Corporation, Rajesh Dighe, said, "A 46-year-old doctor and his teenage daughter, who live in the Erandwane area of Pune city, were found positive for the Zika virus. Dr Rajesh Dighe, Assistant Health Officer at PMC, explained that the …

Zika virus: Doctor, his teenage daughter test positive for Zika virus infection in Pune
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Zika virus: Doctor, his teenage daughter test positive for Zika virus infection in Pune

The Hindu  

A 46-year-old doctor and his teenage daughter have tested positive for Zika virus infection in Pune city of Maharashtra, but their health condition is stable, an official said on June 26. On June 21, his reports confirmed that he tested positive for Zika virus infection, a health official of the Pune Municipal Corporation said. “After he tested positive, the blood …

Karnataka health department on alert after surge in respiratory illnesses in China; issues advisory
1 year ago

Karnataka health department on alert after surge in respiratory illnesses in China; issues advisory

Hindustan Times  

As respiratory illnesses surge among children in China, the Karnataka health department on Tuesday issued an advisory to the public to take precautions and avoid diseases that are communicable through air. “In view of the recent media reports of surge in respiratory illness among children in China and taking note of the WHO statement on these reported cases, the increase …

9 samples from Pune test negative for Zika
1 year, 1 month ago

9 samples from Pune test negative for Zika

Hindustan Times  

After suspected serum samples were sent to the National Institute of Virology, Pune tested negative, health authorities confirmed on Friday that there is no outbreak of Zika virus in Pune city. The PMC Health department had been on high alert after the first case of Zika virus was reported in Pune city on 11 November in a 64-year-old woman from …

PMC sends four fresh samples of suspected Zika virus patients to NIV, Pune
1 year, 1 month ago

PMC sends four fresh samples of suspected Zika virus patients to NIV, Pune

Hindustan Times  

The Pune Municipal Corporation sent serum samples of four suspected Zika virus patients to the National Institute of Virology, Pune for confirmation on Tuesday. Earlier on 11 November, Pune city reported the first case of Zika virus infection in a 64-year-old woman from Pratik Nagar, Yerawada. Given the Zika virus patient being reported in Pune city, the civic body, since …

Karnataka govt writes to Health Ministry on Zika virus, says situation is well under control
1 year, 1 month ago

Karnataka govt writes to Health Ministry on Zika virus, says situation is well under control

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka government on Friday wrote to the Union Health Ministry on the detection of Zika virus in mosquitoes in the state's Chikkaballapura district and stated that the situation is "well under control." K'taka govt writes to central govt on Zika virus, says situation under control The state health department said in the letter that in view of Zika virus …

Zika virus found in mosquito samples, Karnataka health dept on alert
1 year, 1 month ago

Zika virus found in mosquito samples, Karnataka health dept on alert

Hindustan Times  

The state health department has issued an alert after mosquito samples in Talakayalabetta village in Chikkaballapura were found to be infected with Zika virus. The Zika virus was initially found in Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, following the examination of samples from six different water bodies in Chikkaballapura in late August. The health department however clarified that while the Zika virus has …

'Don't Panic, Just Be Alert': Zika Raises Temperature in Karnataka after Virus Detected in Chikkaballapur
1 year, 1 month ago

'Don't Panic, Just Be Alert': Zika Raises Temperature in Karnataka after Virus Detected in Chikkaballapur

News 18  

Karnataka is on high alert after a strain of the Zika virus was detected in a pool of mosquitoes that were part of random testing in the Chikkaballapur district. If you observe any signs of fever, headache, conjunctivitis, rashes, or muscular/joint pains, it would be advisable to get yourself tested immediately,” advised Karnataka’s health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao while speaking …

Zika Virus Case Found in Mumbai; 79-Year-Old Patient Now Fully Recovered: Civic Body
1 year, 4 months ago

Zika Virus Case Found in Mumbai; 79-Year-Old Patient Now Fully Recovered: Civic Body

News 18  

A 79-year-old man in the city was infected by the Zika virus and he has completely recovered since, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation said on Wednesday. The Pune-based National Institute of Virology confirmed that the patient, a resident of suburban Chembur, was infected with Zika virus, the BMC said. “Zika Virus Disease is self-limiting,” the release said, adding that around 80 …

Zika virus: A Bengaluru doctor's guide to prevention techniques
2 years ago

Zika virus: A Bengaluru doctor's guide to prevention techniques

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka health department is on high alert after the state reported its first confirmed case of the Zika virus on Monday - a five-year-old girl from Raichur's Manvi taluk. Here are some excerpts: Karnataka reported its first case of the Zika Virus in a five-year-old girl from Raichur. READ | 5-year-old Raichur girl tests positive for Zika virus, first …

Zika virus: How to prevent, expert suggests these steps
2 years ago

Zika virus: How to prevent, expert suggests these steps

Live Mint  

A 5-year-old girl in Karnataka has tested positive for the Zika virus and has been advised to take precautionary measures. Caused by a virus transmitted primarily by the Aedes mosquito, which bites during the day, symptoms of this disease include mild fever, rashes, conjunctivitis, muscle and joint pain, malaise, or a headache. Here are some of the steps suggested by …

Zika surveillance: State intensifies vector-control and source-reduction measures
2 years ago

Zika surveillance: State intensifies vector-control and source-reduction measures

The Hindu  

Following the detection of the first case of Zika virus in Karnataka, the State Health Department has intensified containment measures to prevent further spread of the vector-borne disease. The team — comprising Smitha Rawat, Senior Regional Director, Regional Office of the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in Bengaluru, Shubhangi Kulsanghe, Deputy Director at the State unit of National …

5-year-old Raichur girl tests positive for Zika virus, first case in Karnataka
2 years ago

5-year-old Raichur girl tests positive for Zika virus, first case in Karnataka

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka confirmed its first ever case of Zika virus after a five-year-old girl from Raichur tested positive. According to the World Health organisation, the Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus, transmitted mainly by Aedes mosquitoes, which mostly bite during day time. People infected with the Zika virus show symptoms such as rashes, fever, conjunctivitis, muscle pain, joint pain and headache, …

Pune reports first case of Zika
2 years ago

Pune reports first case of Zika

Hindustan Times  

Just two days after the city reported its first case of Japanese Encephalitis, there are reports of its first case of Zika wherein a 67-year-old man from Bavdhan has tested positive for the Zika virus. Across Maharashtra, the first case of Zika was reported from Palghar district wherein a seven-year-old tested positive for Zika virus in July this year. Dr …

Study finds presence of Zika virus in Telangana
2 years, 5 months ago

Study finds presence of Zika virus in Telangana

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The Zika virus has spread to most Indian states, including Telangana, according to a study carried out by the ICMR and NIV, Pune. The study, published in the journal Frontiers in Microbiology, states in its conclusion: “Our study indicates the spread of the Zika virus to several states of India and an urgent need to strengthen its surveillance.” Of …

Zika is creeping up, this time in more states
2 years, 6 months ago

Zika is creeping up, this time in more states

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI : Scientists at the National Institute of Virology in Pune have raised an alarm about the silent spread of the zika virus across eight states and union territories where it had never been reported earlier, establishing local transmission of the disease in India. Zika and dengue co-infection were found in two cases while zika, chikungungya and dengue was …

34 samples collected in UP’s Ambedkar Nagar after Zika-infected man visits dist
3 years, 1 month ago

34 samples collected in UP’s Ambedkar Nagar after Zika-infected man visits dist

Hindustan Times  

Four pregnant women and 30 others in Ambedkar Nagar district have come under screening after a Lucknow man, who had tested positive for Zika virus, visited their place. 34 people, including four pregnant women, in Ambedkar Nagar district have come under screening after a Lucknow man, who had tested positive for Zika virus, visited their place on Thursday “The man …

After Kanpur, Panic in Lucknow as 2 Test Positive for Zika Virus
3 years, 1 month ago

After Kanpur, Panic in Lucknow as 2 Test Positive for Zika Virus

News 18  

After ten people, including three Indian Air Force personnel, tested positive for Zika virus in Kanpur, UP’s capital city Lucknow reported 2 fresh cases of the infection. Dr Ved Vrat Singh, Director General Medical & Health, Uttar Pradesh government, confirmed to News18 that two cases of zika virus have indeed been reported in Lucknow. “Of these, 23 samples tested positive …

Finding 100 Real Cases Better Than Under-Reporting: How UP IAS Officer is Handling Zika Spread in Kanpur
3 years, 1 month ago

Finding 100 Real Cases Better Than Under-Reporting: How UP IAS Officer is Handling Zika Spread in Kanpur

News 18  

It’s better to find 100 real cases than under-report the actual scenario, Uttar Pradesh’s top bureaucrat Amit Mohan Prasad, who is handling the outbreak of Zika virus in Kanpur, told News18.com. Designated as Additional Chief Secretary in the Department of Health and Family Welfare in Uttar Pradesh, Prasad has asked his team of officers to “focus on aggressive contact-tracing and …

IAF Personnel Among 3 More to Test Positive for Zika Virus in Kanpur, Tally Rises to 108
3 years, 1 month ago

IAF Personnel Among 3 More to Test Positive for Zika Virus in Kanpur, Tally Rises to 108

News 18  

Three more people, including an Indian Air Force personnel, tested positive for Zika virus in Kanpur on Thursday, taking the total number of cases to 108. “We advise the local people not to panic regarding the sudden spurt in Zika virus cases,” District Magistrate Vishak G Ayyar said. Meanwhile, chief medical officer of Kannauj Dr Vinod Kumar on Sunday said, …

Zika Outbreak: Kanpur Becomes Hotspot for Mosquito-borne Disease
3 years, 1 month ago

Zika Outbreak: Kanpur Becomes Hotspot for Mosquito-borne Disease

News 18  

With 10 more people, including three Indian Air Force personnel, testing positive for the Zika virus in Uttar Pradesh’s Kanpur, the total tally has jumped to 89 so far. People get infected by Zika virus by being bitten by an infected Aedes mosquito – the same type of mosquito that spreads dengue, chikungunya and yellow fever. “We advise the local …

10 More Cases of Zika Virus Takes Total Infections to 89 in Kanpur, CM Yogi Holds Meet
3 years, 1 month ago

10 More Cases of Zika Virus Takes Total Infections to 89 in Kanpur, CM Yogi Holds Meet

News 18  

Ten more people have been tested positive for Zika virus in Kanpur on Sunday, taking the total number of those infected in the district to 89. The first case in Kanpur was reported on October 23 when an Indian Air Force warrant officer tested positive for Zika virus. “Thirty more people have tested positive for Zika virus in Kanpur,” District …

Uttar Pradesh: 30 More Test Positive for Zika Virus in Kanpur, Total Cases Rise to 66
3 years, 1 month ago

Uttar Pradesh: 30 More Test Positive for Zika Virus in Kanpur, Total Cases Rise to 66

News 18  

Thirty more people have tested positive for Zika virus in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, taking the total number of those infected in the district to 66, a senior official said on Friday. The first case in Kanpur was reported on October 23 when an Indian Air Force warrant officer tested positive for Zika virus. “Thirty more people have tested positive for …

55 New Zika Virus Cases Reported in Kanpur, Total Tally Rises to 66; 2nd Round Screening Begins Today
3 years, 1 month ago

55 New Zika Virus Cases Reported in Kanpur, Total Tally Rises to 66; 2nd Round Screening Begins Today

News 18  

At least 55 more people are confirmed to have been infected by the Zika virus in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, bringing the total tally of cases in the city to 66 and sending the administration into dizzying action. Later in the evening, the chief medical officer of Kanpur City Dr Nepal Singh said that 30 more people have tested positive for …

6 new Zika cases in UP, Yogi holds high-level meet
3 years, 1 month ago

6 new Zika cases in UP, Yogi holds high-level meet

Hindustan Times  

Six more people tested positive for the Zika virus in Kanpur on Sunday, taking the tally to 10 in the district and prompting chief minister Yogi Adityanath to ask the health department to ensure strict surveillance to check the spread of the disease. UP chief minister Yogi Adityanath has asked health department to ensure strict surveillance to check the spread …

6 more Zika virus cases in Kanpur, CM asks for strict surveillance
3 years, 1 month ago

6 more Zika virus cases in Kanpur, CM asks for strict surveillance

Hindustan Times  

Six more people tested positive for the Zika virus in Kanpur on Sunday taking the tally to 10 in the district. The Kanpur chief medical officer said the area within a three kilometre-radius of a fever patient’s location would be screened. “Out of 507 samples tested, only nine people have tested positive for Zika virus while one patient tested positive …

Uttar Pradesh: 3, including 2 more IAF officers, test positive for Zika
3 years, 1 month ago

Uttar Pradesh: 3, including 2 more IAF officers, test positive for Zika

Hindustan Times  

Two Indian Air Force personnel and a civilian were tested positive for zika virus disease in Kanpur on Saturday, taking the tally in the district to four, Uttar Pradesh health officials said, adding that the state now has the second highest number of cases after Kerala, where 90 cases have been confirmed so far. Confirming the new cases, Kanpur district …

Family of Zika virus patient test negative in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur
3 years, 1 month ago

Family of Zika virus patient test negative in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur

India TV News  

All the samples of family members and close contacts of the Zika virus patient in Kanpur, have tested negative. The health department had collected samples of 22 other persons who are family members or close contacts of the patient but they have all tested negative. "A team from the Union Health Ministry and another team of the state government are …

Kanpur Zika Virus Patient Stable, Samples of 22 Contacts Negative
3 years, 1 month ago

Kanpur Zika Virus Patient Stable, Samples of 22 Contacts Negative

News 18  

The Zika virus patient in Kanpur is under treatment but stable, and samples of 22 persons who were in contact with him have resulted negative for the mosquito-borne disease, officials said on Tuesday. The 57-year-old man had tested positive for Zika virus on October 22, prompting the Centre to send a high-level multi-disciplinary team of medical experts to Kanpur. They …

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