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MPHD Officials Announce Nashville’s First Human Zika Case6/28/2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn., (June 28,2016) -- The Metro Public Health Department received confirmation today from the Tennessee Department of Health of the first person in Davidson County to test positive for Zika virus. The individual recently returned to Nashville after traveling to Honduras where Zika disease is being transmitted by mosquitoes. The individual is expected to recover from the illness. “Many people travel to and from Nashville to countries where Zika is being transmitted, therefore, we expected the possibility of imported cases of the disease,” said Bill Paul, M.D., Director of Health of Nashville/Davidson County. “Those who become ill soon after returning from a Zika transmission area should contact their health care provider,” Dr. Paul said. “Even though mosquitoes are not spreading Zika here, we know West Nile virus has been an issue for more than a decade and should be a reminder for everyone to routinely take steps to protect against biting mosquitoes and prevent mosquito breeding areas by removing standing water.” Dr. Paul said. Health Department staff will be visiting the Otter Creek Area where the traveler lives to distribute flyers to area residents. The mosquito prevention and protection flyers are also available on the Health Department’s website. Mosquito Prevention Video Mosquito Prevention Handout CDC officials recently concluded that Zika virus is a cause of microcephaly, as well as other problems among infants infected with Zika virus before birth. With the exception of pregnant women, Zika virus is almost always a very mild illness, and for most people testing is not necessary. Approximately 80 percent of those infected show no symptoms of the disease while approximately 20 percent show only mild symptoms. Microcephaly is a condition where the head is smaller than normal and may lead to a child experiencing a variety of other health challenges including physical and speech functions, seizure, hyperactivity, coordination problems and other brain/neurological disorders. The Health Department advises women who are pregnant or of childbearing age to especially understand the risk of contracting Zika virus disease. The list of affected areas where Zika disease is transmitted by mosquitoes includes many countries in the Caribbean and South and Central America. The list changes frequently; to see the most current list, go to www.cdc.gov/zika/. There is no vaccine to prevent infection and no specific antiviral treatment for Zika virus infection. Its most common symptoms are fever, rash, joint pain and red eyes. Pregnant women can be infected with Zika virus in any trimester and there have been increased cases of microcephaly possibly associated with Zika virus infections.

The Metro Public Health Department received confirmation today from the Tennessee Department of Health of the first person in Davidson County to test positive for Zika virus. The individual recently returned to Nashville after traveling to Honduras where Zika disease is being transmitted by mosquitoes. http://www.nashville.gov/News-Media/News-Article/ID/5422/MPHD-Officials-Announce-Nashvilles-First-Human-Zika-Case.aspx

microcephaly first case confirmed in Florida The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) detected in the country nearly 700 cases of zika yu all were of people who traveled to an area with active transmission of virus SPREAD | June 28, 2016 FacebookTwitterDigg EnlargeJune 8, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) detected in the country about 700 cases of zika (COURTESY) MIAMI.-DRAFTING On Tuesday the first case of microcephaly related to the Zika virus, a Florida-born of a Haitian mother who arrived in the country a few months ago, so it is an imported case was confirmed baby. The information was given by the Department of Health of Florida, who also said this baby is already at least four cases of infants born with birth in the United States because of the Zika virus, defects although the Centers for Disease Control and Disease Prevention (CDC) did not specify in which states or cities have registered to protect the identity of families as reported news portal Univision. Meanwhile, the governor of Florida, Rick Scott, and State Health Director, Celeste Philip, participate in a meeting Tuesday in Palm Beach County in which methods for preventing and combating zika examined. The total number of cases registered so far in zika Florida and rises to 220, 40 of them pregnant women, all related to travel abroad. Virus Zika has been linked to the increased number of babies born with microcephaly, and cases where there have been brain damage caused by calcium deposits in the brain, excess fluid in this area and other conditions in other body parts related to brain damage. June 8, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) detected in the country nearly 700 cases of zika, all between people who traveled to an area with active transmission of the virus or after having sex with someone which it was an area with an outbreak of the disease. http://www.diariolasamericas.com/4842_locales/3905261_se-confirma-en-florida-primer-caso-de-microcefalia.html

Florida confirms the first case of microcephaly linked in the state Zika EFE MIAMI The Department of State Health Florida (USA) today confirmed the first case of microcephaly in a linked to the Zika virus, contracted by a Haitian woman who gave birth in this state baby. Health authorities said the infected woman, whose identity was not provided, contracted the virus Zika in their country of origin, so it is an imported case. with this, there are now at least four cases of babies born with birth defects in the United States because of the Zika virus, although the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) did not specify in which states or cities have registered to protect the identity of families. Meanwhile, the governor of Florida, Rick Scott, and director of state Health Celeste Philip, participate today at a meeting in Palm Beach County in which methods for preventing and combating zika are examined. the total number of cases of zika registered so far in Florida has now risen 220, 40 of them pregnant women, all related to travel abroad. the virus Zika has been linked to the increase in the number of babies born with microcephaly and cases in which there have been brain damage calcium deposits in the brain, excess fluid in this area and other conditions in other parts of the body related to brain damage. by June 8, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) detected in the country about 700 cases of zika, all between people who traveled to an area with active transmission of the virus or after having sex with someone who went to an area with an outbreak of the disease. http://eltiempo.com.ve/mundo/salud/florida-confirma-el-primer-caso-de-microcefalia-ligado-al-zika-en-el-estado/222377?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

Zika Virus – June 28, 2016. Texas has had 48 reported cases of Zika virus disease. Of those, 47 were in travelers who were infected abroad and diagnosed after they returned home; one of those travelers was a pregnant woman. One case involved a Dallas County resident who had sexual contact with someone who acquired the Zika infection while traveling abroad. Texas Zika Cases by County: CountyCasesBexar6Collin2Dallas9Denton2Ellis1Fort Bend2Grayson1Harris13Lubbock1Medina1Tarrant5Travis2Val Verde1Williamson1Wise1Total48

Pennsylvania Blood Tests Submitted for Zika TestingInformation updated Mondays at 2 p.m. CDC Confirmed Cases: 24Pending Test Results: 173Last update: 06/27/2016

Florida reports case of Zika-linked microcephaly023Tuesday 28 June 2016 17.22 1 of 2 Zika virus in pregnant women can cause microcephalyFlorida reported its first case of a baby born with the birth defect microcephaly, after the child's mother was infected with the Zika virus while pregnant, officials said. The mother, a citizen of Haiti, contracted Zika in Haiti and came to Florida to deliver the baby, said a statement from Governor Rick Scott's office. The Florida Department of Health confirmed the case. Zika is transmitted to people through the bite of infected female mosquitoes, primarily the Aedes aegypti mosquito, the same type that spreads dengue, chikungunya and yellow fever. Scientists have concluded that infection with the Zika virus in pregnant women is a cause of the birth defect microcephaly and other severe brain abnormalities in babies. It is also thought that it could cause Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare neurological disorder that can result in paralysis. "It is heartbreaking to learn that a baby has been born with Zika-related microcephaly in our state and my thoughts and prayers are with the mother and child," Mr Scott said in a statement. The Florida governor said he has allocated $26.2 million in state funds for Zika preparedness, prevention and response, as federal funding has stalled in Washington. "The Olympics will begin in less than 40 days and millions of Americans will travel through our state to and from Brazil, a country where the Zika virus is rapidly spreading, and we must be prepared," said Mr Scott. Zika can cause microcephaly, a condition in which babies are born with unusually small heads and deformed brains. Four infants have been born with birth defects related to the Zika virus in the United States, including in Hawaii and New Jersey, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, the CDC declined to give a state-by-state breakdown. Scientists develop two potential Zika vaccines Scientists in the US and Brazil have developed two potential vaccines for Zika that have provided complete protection from the virus in lab-based tests. The early stage vaccines have proven successful in protecting mice, but have yet to be trialled in humans. Nevertheless, the researchers say they are cautiously optimistic that the medicines will prove effective in people. Last February the World Health Organization declared the Zika outbreak as a public health emergency of international concern.The scientists, led by Professor Dan Barouch of Harvard Medical School in Boston, developed both a DNA-based and a purified inactivated virus version of the vaccine. When tested on mice they provided complete protection from the illness, with the mice not showing any detectable virus following the exposure. In both cases a single shot was sufficient to provide the required level of protection. The level of antibodies required is similar to other vaccines in the flavivirus family, to which Zika belongs. Scientists say this means that existing vaccine technology should be sufficient to deliver the antibodies into a human's system. Although many are in development, these early stage vaccines are thought to be the first to have provided that level of effectiveness. The team says clinical trials of the vaccine candidates now need to happen as quickly as possible, but it cannot give a timeframe as to when that might happen. The vaccines need to be tested in larger animals first, followed by humans. Details of the breakthrough were reported in the journal Nature. The focus of the current outbreak is in Brazil, where 91,387 likely cases of the virus were registered between February and April. Up to the end of May the number of confirmed cases of microcephaly there was 1,434, with the number of suspected cases under investigation at 3,257. A number of other countries around the world have also had suspected cases of the virus. http://www.rte.ie/news/2016/0628/798753-zika-vaccine/

Florida confirms birth defects after mom gets Zika abroadStoryCommentsShareShare PrintCreate a hardcopy of this pageFont Size:Default font sizeLarger font size Posted: Tuesday, June 28, 2016 9:57 am Associated Press | 0 comments TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Health officials have confirmed the first Zika-related case of microcephaly in a child born in Florida. The Florida Department of Health released a statement Tuesday saying the child's mother contracted the virus outside the U.S. Officials say the mother is a citizen of Haiti who came to Florida to give birth. Gov. Rick Scott is asking federal health experts to talk with Florida medical professionals about what precautions pregnant women should take. In a separate statement, Scott says it's "heartbreaking" to learn about the diagnosis. Last week, Scott used his emergency powers to authorize spending up to $26.2 million to try and stop Zika's spread. The mosquito-borne virus is linked to birth defects, including microcephaly, which causes babies to be born with abnormally small heads and incomplete brain development. http://www.beloitdailynews.com/news/national/florida-confirms-birth-defects-after-mom-gets-zika-abroad/article_a3db67a4-04af-59f2-8893-cd87bca46711.html

DOH confirms Florida's first baby born with Zika-related microcephalyWFTS Webteam10:18 AM, Jun 28, 20161 hour agoCopyright 2016 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. SHOW CAPTIONThe Florida Department of Health confirmed Tuesday that a mother traveling to the U.S. delivered Florida's first newborn with a case of Zika-related microcephaly. The woman is a citizen of Haiti and came to Florida specifically to deliver her baby, according to a release from FDOH. Officials said the mother had a travel-related case of the Zika virus. ADVERTISINGThe CDC recommends women who are either pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant avoid traveling to Zika-affected areas, and seek testing for the virus if you do travel to those areas. Any pregnant women who have the Zika virus or have had it in the past should seriously consider additional ultrasounds, per the CDC. The family of the newborn was working with FDOH to get the child any necessary services. Microcephaly, a birth defect associated with the Zika virus, is a condition in newborns that causes incomplete brain development and abnormally small head size. The department of health lists developmental delay, intellectual disability, problems with movement and balance, hearing loss and vision problem as the main problems associated with the condition. This is a breaking story. Check back for updates. http://www.abcactionnews.com/news/local-news/cdc-first-baby-with-zika-related-microcephaly-born-in-florida

DOH confirms first Zika-related case of microcephaly in FloridaUpdated: Jun 28, 2016 - 11:14 AM © 2016 Cox Media Group. 96WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. —The Florida Department of Health announced Tuesday the first confirmed case of microcephaly in an infant born in Florida, whose mother had a travel-related case of Zika. “Now that a baby has been born in our state with adverse impacts from Zika, it is clear that every available resource is needed to prevent local transmissions in our state,” Gov. Rick Scott said. The baby’s mother contracted Zika while in Haiti, officials said. “Following this news, I have requested the CDC to immediately host a call with Florida health care professionals to discuss the neurological impacts of Zika and how this virus impacts new and expecting moms. The Olympics will begin in less than 40 days and millions of Americans will travel through our state to and from Brazil, a country where the Zika virus is rapidly spreading, and we must be prepared,” Scott said. The Florida Department of Health is working with the family to connect the child to services through the Early Steps program. “It is heartbreaking to learn that a baby has been born with Zika-related microcephaly in our state, and my thoughts and prayers are with the mother and child,” said Scott. Scott pointed out in a release, that last week Washington did not approve of funding for Zika preparedness. “I used my emergency executive authority to allocate $26.2 million in state funds for Zika preparedness, prevention and response in Florida. While these funds will be incredibly useful in our fight against the Zika virus, Washington must also recognize that Zika is not just a Florida issue, but a national emergency. Florida has continued to step-up and fund issues when the federal government has failed to show up and Washington has to stop playing politics with the health, safety and well-being of Florida’s families,” Scott said. See the Department of Health’s announcement HERE. http://www.wftv.com/news/local/doh-confirms-first-zika-related-case-of-microcephaly-in-florida/369816336

Florida's First Zika-Related Microcephaly Birth ConfirmedBy JESSICA MESZAROS • 50 SECONDS AGOSHARETwitter Facebook Google+ Email PIXABAY/PUBLIC DOMAIN ListenListening... 0:53Hear the audio version of this story.Florida health officials announced the first infant born with microcephaly in the state Tuesday, due to the Zika virus. The mother is a Haitian citizen. The Florida Department of Health said in a press release the pregnant woman contracted Zika in Haiti, but she traveled to Florida to give birth to her child. Her baby was born with microcephaly, a known birth defect from expecting mothers with Zika. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say microcephaly causes abnormally small heads and incomplete brain development. Florida Governor Scott said in a press release this news is “heartbreaking.” Last week, Scott used his executive authority to give more than $26-million in state funds to prepare and respond to Zika, after Congress failed to agree on federal Zika funds. The Senate is expected to vote on it Tuesday. http://news.wgcu.org/post/floridas-first-zika-related-microcephaly-birth-confirmed

First baby with Zika-related microcephaly is born in FloridaThe baby’s mother had a travel-related case of Zika and came from Haiti to give birth Answering questions about Zika and pregnancy 2:18 FACEBOOK TWITTER EMAIL SHARE FACEBOOK TWITTER EMAIL SHARE 1 of 2Doctors at Baptist Health South Florida held an information session to discuss the Zika virus and pregnancy. Doctors answered questions from expectant mothers and those hoping to conceive in the near future as well. Emily Michot [email protected] EMILY COCHRANE [email protected] LINKEDINGOOGLE+PINTERESTREDDITPRINTORDER REPRINT OF THIS STORY A baby with Zika-related microcephaly was born in Florida, Florida Department of Health officials confirmed Tuesday. The baby is the first child to be born in Florida with the defect, which causes abnormally small heads and incomplete brain development, as a result of the Zika virus. The mother, a Haiti citizen, had a travel-related case of Zika and came to Florida to deliver her baby, officials said. Previous cases, where mothers with travel-related cases of the virus gave birth to babies with microcephaly, were reported in Hawaii and New Jersey. Interactive feature: Daily Florida Zika virus trackerThe announcement comes a day after the health department officialsconfirmed three new cases of the virus — one in Broward, one in Collier and one in Miami-Dade counties. As of now, all 213 Florida cases are travel-related. Of those cases, 40 involve pregnant women, regardless of whether they exhibit symptoms. Babies with microcephaly often have a series of developmental problems, including intellectual disability, hearing loss and vision problems and problems with movement and balance. Researchers established a connection between the birth defect and the Zika virus, which is primarily transmitted by the Aedes aegyptimosquito, earlier this year. FACEBOOK TWITTER EMAIL SHARE 3 ways to protect yourself from ZikaZika outbreaks are currently happening in many countries and territories. The mosquitoes that can become infected with and spread Zika live in many parts of the world, including parts of the United States. Learn how you can protect yourself from Zika. Courtesy of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)Following the announcement, Florida Gov. Rick Scott called on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to host a call with Florida medical professionals to discuss precautions for pregnant for new and expecting mothers. “It is heartbreaking to learn that a baby has been born with Zika-related microcephaly in our state and my thought and prayers are with the mother and child,” he said in a statement. Last week, Scott announced he would use executive powers to spend up to $26.2 million in state money to fight the Zika virus. He had previously called for immediate federal action. President Barack Obama asked Congress earlier this year for $1.9 billion to combat the spread of the virus; Congress has held up his request. Department officials said they are working to connect the mother and her child with the department’s Early Steps program, which establishes support for families with infants and toddlers who have developmental delays, or a condition that could result in a developmental delay. http://www.miamiherald.com/news/health-care/article86389917.html Read more here: http://www.miamiherald.com/news/health-care/article86389917.html#storylink=cpy

First baby with Zika-related microcephaly born in FloridaMother came to Florida from Haiti to deliver child, health officials sayBy Glenna Milberg - Reporter , Amanda Batchelor - Senior Digital EditorPosted: 10:10 AM, June 28, 2016Updated: 10:21 AM, June 28, 2016211 211© LAKANAPEMBROKE PARK, Fla. - The Florida Department of Health confirms the first Zika-related microcephaly birth in Florida. The birth mother is a Haitian national who came to Florida to give birth. She was infected with Zika in Haiti. More Health HeadlinesTravel agencies report drop in clients booking vacations to Zika-prone areasScott seeks $1.1 billion in federal funding to combat Zika virusFlorida officials meet to discuss Zika virusOfficials will not disclose the hospital where the woman gave birth. Gov. Rick Scott and Florida Surgeon General Celeste Philip are participating in a Zika roundtable discussion in Palm Beach County Tuesday morning to discuss the issue. There have previously been two other Zika-related microcephaly births in the United States, one in Hawaii and one in New Jersey, according to a DOH representative. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Zika virus typically causes a mild rash, fever and joint pain. Only one in five people infected with the virus are symptomatic, but the virus can cause serious problems for pregnant women. "CDC recommends that women who are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant postpone travel to Zika affected areas," the DOH said in a statement Tuesday. "According to CDC guidance, providers should consider testing all pregnant women with a history of travel to a Zika affected area for the virus. CDC also recommends that a pregnant woman with a history of Zika virus and her provider should consider additional ultrasounds." Microcephaly is a rare neurological condition in which babies are born with abnormally small heads and incomplete brain development. Health officials said microcephaly is usually the result of the brain developing abnormally in the womb or not growing as it should after birth. Babies born with the defect often have a range of problems, including developmental delay, intellectual disability, problems with movement and balance, hearing loss and vision problems. According to the Mayo Clinic, there is no treatment for microcephaly, but speech and occupational therapies might help enhance a child's development. http://www.local10.com/health/first-baby-with-zika-related-microcephaly-born-in-florida

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Today, the Florida Department of Health confirmed the first Zika-related case of microcephaly in a child born in Florida whose mother had a travel-related case of Zika. The mother, a citizen of Haiti, came to Florida to deliver her baby. http://www.floridahealth.gov/newsroom/2016/06/062816-zika-update.html

June. 28, 2016 Department of Health Daily Zika UpdateRelated Microcephaly Case Confirmed in FloridaContact:Communications [email protected](850) 245-4111 Tallahassee, Fla. — Today, the Florida Department of Health confirmed the first Zika-related case of microcephaly in a child born in Florida whose mother had a travel-related case of Zika. The mother, a citizen of Haiti, came to Florida to deliver her baby. The department is working with the family to connect the child to services through our Early Stepsprogram. CDC recommends that women who are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant postpone travel to Zika affected areas. According to CDC guidance, providers should consider testing all pregnant women with a history of travel to a Zika affected area for the virus. CDC also recommends that a pregnant woman with a history of Zika virus and her provider should consider additional ultrasounds. Microcephaly is a birth defect in which babies are born with abnormally small heads and incomplete brain development. Babies with the defect often have a range of problems including developmental delay, intellectual disability, problems with movement and balance, hearing loss and vision problems. For more information on Zika virus, click here. About the Florida Department of Health The department, nationally accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board, works to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts. Follow us on Twitter at @HealthyFla and on Facebook. For more information about the Florida Department of Health please visit www.FloridaHealth.gov.

Today, the Florida Department of Health confirmed the first Zika-related case of microcephaly in a child born in Florida whose mother had a travel-related case of Zika. The mother, a citizen of Haiti, came to Florida to deliver her baby. http://www.floridahealth.gov/newsroom/2016/06/062816-zika-update.html

Five new confirmed microcephaly cases in Colombia may be harbingers of epidemicDate:June 28, 2016Source:New England Complex Systems InstituteSummary:Just when it seemed that missing cases of microcephaly in Colombia were straining the credibility of the Zika virus' connection to the birth defects, the latest report from Colombia includes five new cases of microcephaly with Zika infections.Share:AddThis Sharing ButtonsFULL STORY Just when it seemed that missing cases of microcephaly in Colombia were straining the credibility of the Zika virus' connection to the birth defects, the latest report from Colombia includes five new cases of microcephaly with Zika infections. A recent report by the New England Complex Systems Institute (NECSI) noted that, despite their supposed connection, cases of microcephaly were not rising in sync with Zika's epidemic spread. Of all the countries reporting cases, only Brazil has reported a distinctively large number of birth defects. In Colombia, a study of 12,000 pregnant, Zika-infected women reported in the New England Journal of Medicine had not shown any cases of microcephaly. The cases of microcephaly reported from outside the study could be explained by the background rate of microcephaly from unrelated causes. The new report from Colombia states that there are a total of 11 confirmed cases of microcephaly with Zika infections until June 18, five more than the number confirmed as of the previous week. The previous confirmed case, the sixth, was confirmed four weeks earlier. According to the NECSI analysis, it and the five other reported cases of microcephaly with Zika infections were consistent with the random co-occurence of each of them separately, and therefore should not be attributed to Zika as the cause. The five new confirmed Zika and microcephaly cases provide the best evidence available for an impending microcephaly epidemic in Colombia. In an updated report released today, NECSI points out that given the timing and number of Zika-affected pregnancies, the total can be expected to rise to 200 microcephaly cases in the next few months. This means the rate of such births should rise dramatically, reaching over 10 microcephaly and Zika births each week, well above the background rate. Whether or not Zika and microcephaly are linked will be conclusively determined from reports over the next few weeks. Story Source: The above post is reprinted from materials provided by New England Complex Systems Institute. Note: Materials may be edited for content and length. Journal Reference: Yaneer Bar-Yam, Raphael Parens, Alfredo J. Morales, Fred Nijhout. Is Zika the cause of Microcephaly? Status Report June 27, 2016. NECSI, June 27, 2016 [link]https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/06/160628093035.htm

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Among the epidemiological weeks 01 to 24, 2016 have been11 confirmed cases of microcephaly associated Zika virus, 51cases were discarded and 102 cases are under study http://www.ins.gov.co/boletin-epidemiologico/Boletn Epidemiolgico/2016 Boletín epidemiológico semana 24.pdf

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Five new confirmed microcephaly cases in Colombia may be harbingers of epidemicJune 28, 2016Just when it seemed that missing cases of microcephaly in Colombia were straining the credibility of the Zika virus' connection to the birth defects, the latest report from Colombia includes five new cases of microcephaly with Zika infections. A recent report by the New England Complex Systems Institute (NECSI) noted that, despite their supposed connection, cases of microcephaly were not rising in sync with Zika's epidemic spread. Of all the countries reporting cases, only Brazil has reported a distinctively large number of birth defects. In Colombia, a study of 12,000 pregnant, Zika-infected women reported in the New England Journal of Medicine had not shown any cases of microcephaly. The cases of microcephaly reported from outside the study could be explained by the background rate of microcephaly from unrelated causes. The new report from Colombia states that there are a total of 11 confirmed cases of microcephaly with Zika infections until June 18, five more than the number confirmed as of the previous week. The previous confirmed case, the sixth, was confirmed four weeks earlier. According to the NECSI analysis, it and the five other reported cases of microcephaly with Zika infections were consistent with the random co-occurence of each of them separately, and therefore should not be attributed to Zika as the cause. The five new confirmed Zika and microcephaly cases provide the best evidence available for an impending microcephaly epidemic in Colombia. In an updated report released today, NECSI points out that given the timing and number of Zika-affected pregnancies, the total can be expected to rise to 200 microcephaly cases in the next few months. This means the rate of such births should rise dramatically, reaching over 10 microcephaly and Zika births each week, well above the background rate. Whether or not Zika and microcephaly are linked will be conclusively determined from reports over the next few weeks. http://medicalxpress.com/news/2016-06-microcephaly-cases-colombia-harbingers-epidemic.html

Among the epidemiological weeks 01 to 24, 2016 have been 11 confirmed cases of microcephaly associated Zika virus, 51 cases were discarded and 102 cases are under study http://www.ins.gov.co/boletin-epidemiologico/Boletn Epidemiolgico/2016 Boletín epidemiológico semana 24.pdf