niman Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 (edited) The Pennsylvania Department of Health today announced the first confirmed cases of Zika virus in two residents who recently traveled to countries affected by the ongoing outbreak of the disease.The department will not provide additional details about the cases to protect the privacy of the individuals.http://www.wgal.com/news/2-confirmed-cases-of-zika-virus-in-pennsylvania/37905368?src=app Edited February 9, 2016 by niman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted February 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 2 confirmed cases of Zika virus in Pennsylvania, Dept. of Health reportsUPDATED 4:57 PM EST Feb 09, 2016NEXT STORYUPDATE: School bus involved in fatal crash with car; Some students hurt Text Size:AAA Harrisburg, Pa. —The Pennsylvania Department of Health today announced the first confirmed cases of Zika virus in two residents who recently traveled to countries affected by the ongoing outbreak of the disease.The CDC laboratories confirmed the illnesses in two female Pennsylvania residents.The department will not provide additional details about the cases to protect the privacy of the individuals.Read more from the state Department of Health below:“While we are concerned about the health of these individuals and any Pennsylvanian who may be exposed to Zika virus, we want to emphasize that these cases pose no threat to the public,” said Secretary of Health Dr. Karen Murphy. “We will continue to provide updated Zika guidance to health care professionals across the commonwealth to ensure they are aware of the symptoms associated with the disease and the protocols that should be followed to ensure testing of potentially infected individuals, if needed.”The current Zika outbreak began in May 2015 and is occurring in many countries. Zika is a generally mild illness that is spread primarily through the bite of an infected mosquito. In rare cases it has been known to also spread from mother to child, as well as through blood transfusion. Sexual transmission of Zika virus is possible, and men who have traveled to affected areas should take steps to prevent the spread of Zika virus through sexual contact.Concern about the virus was elevated following reports of increased cases of a serious birth defect known as microcephaly that may be associated with Zika virus infection among pregnant women.The majority of individuals infected with the Zika virus have no symptoms. When symptoms occur, they are usually mild and last for between two and seven days and include:Fever;Rash;Muscle/joint pain;Conjunctivitis (red eyes); andHeadache.No vaccine or medications are yet available to prevent or treat Zika virus. Symptoms are treated with plenty of rest, fluids and medicine to relieve fever and pain. Severe illness requiring hospitalization is uncommon, and deaths from Zika virus are rare.Until more is known, the CDC recommends that all pregnant women consider postponing travel to areas where Zika virus transmission is ongoing. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant and must travel to these areas should first consult with their health care provider and take extra care to protect themselves from mosquito bites when traveling to an area known to have Zika.The best way to prevent Zika is to protect against mosquito bites when traveling to an affected area by:Using an insect repellent containing DEET;Wearing light-colored clothes that cover as much of the body as possible;Using physical barriers such as screens, closed doors and windows, and;Sleeping under mosquito nets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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niman Posted February 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 Media > Health Details 02/09/2016Secretary of Health to Host Media Call Regarding First Positive Cases of Zika Virus Confirmed in Two Pennsylvanians who Traveled to Outbreak-Affected CountriesHarrisburg, PA - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 9, 2016ADVISORY AND RELEASE – TODAY – Secretary of Health to Host Media Call Regarding First Positive Cases of Zika Virus Confirmed in Two Pennsylvanians who Traveled to Outbreak-Affected CountriesHarrisburg, PA – Today, Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Karen Murphy will hold a media conference call to discuss the status of the Zika virus in Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Department of Health today announced the first confirmed case of Zika virus in a resident who recently traveled to acountry affected by the ongoing outbreak of the disease.Interested reporters should contact Wes Culp at [email protected] to receive call-in information.WHAT: Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Karen Murphy will hold a media conference call to discuss the status of the Zika virus in Pennsylvania.WHEN: Today, Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at 5:30 P.M.The Pennsylvania Department of Health today announced the first confirmed cases of Zika virus in two residents who recently traveled to countriesaffected by the ongoing outbreak of the disease.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) laboratories confirmed the illnesses in two female Pennsylvania residents. The department will not provide additional details about the cases to protect the privacy of the individuals.“While we are concerned about the health of these individuals and any Pennsylvanian who may be exposed to Zika virus, we want to emphasize that these cases pose no threat to the public,” said Secretary of Health Dr. Karen Murphy. “We will continue to provide updated Zika guidance to health care professionals across the commonwealth to ensure they are aware of the symptoms associated with the disease and the protocols that should be followed to ensure testing of potentially infected individuals, if needed.”The current Zika outbreak began in May 2015 and is occurring in many countries. Zika is a generally mild illness that is spread primarily through the bite of an infected mosquito. In rare cases it has been known to also spread from mother to child, as well as through blood transfusion. Sexual transmission of Zika virus is possible, and men who have traveled to affected areas should take steps to prevent the spread of Zika virus through sexual contact.Concern about the virus was elevated following reports of increased cases of a serious birth defect known as microcephaly that may be associated with Zika virus infection among pregnant women.The majority of individuals infected with the Zika virus have no symptoms. When symptoms occur, they are usually mild and last for between two and seven days and include:Fever;Rash;Muscle/joint pain;Conjunctivitis (red eyes); andHeadache. No vaccine or medications are yet available to prevent or treat Zika virus. Symptoms are treated with plenty of rest, fluids and medicine to relieve fever and pain. Severe illness requiring hospitalization is uncommon, and deaths from Zika virus are rare.Until more is known, the CDC recommends that all pregnant women consider postponing travel to areas where Zika virus transmission is ongoing. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant and must travel to these areas should first consult with their health care provider and take extra care to protect themselves from mosquito bites when traveling to an area known to have Zika.The best way to prevent Zika is to protect against mosquito bites when traveling to an affected area by:Using an insect repellent containing DEET;Wearing light-colored clothes that cover as much of the body as possible;Using physical barriers such as screens, closed doors and windows, and;Sleeping under mosquito nets.If you develop symptoms within two weeks of visiting a Zika-affected country, contact your health care provider.Visit www.health.pa.gov for more Zika virus information.MEDIA CONTACT: Amy Worden or Penny Ickes - 717-787-1783http://www.media.pa.gov/Pages/Health-Details.aspx?newsid=281 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted February 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 First cases of Zika virus confirmed in PennsylvaniaHealth Department says both patients have recoveredUPDATED 6:42 PM EST Feb 09, 2016NEXT STORYSnow continues; winter weather advisory in effect Text Size:AAA HARRISBURG, Pa. —Two female Pennsylvania residents tested positive for the Zika virus, however they are mild cases and the public is not as risk, Pennsylvania health authorities said on Tuesday.The two had recently traveled outside the U.S. to places affected by the ongoing outbreak of the mosquito-borne virus, said the Pennsylvania Department of Health.Authorities said the two had fevers and a rash.Citing privacy concerns, officials provided no other details about the patients, including whether they were pregnant or where they live.Stay with WTAE.com and download the WTAE mobile app to stay updated with breaking news. (Free in your app store.)Health Secretary Karen Murphy told reporters her agency was looking ahead to warmer weather, when mosquitoes will be active. The virus is primarily spread through bites from a specific mosquito."We're committed to protecting the health of Pennsylvanians and we will be sharing with you what our plans are," Murphy said.She said the two positive cases are among at least 21 tests from Pennsylvania that have been handled by a federal laboratory.Many who are infected with the Zika virus do not get sick.Medical authorities say most people recover in about a week from symptoms -- fever, rash and joint pain -- but health officials are investigating whether there is a link between Zika infections in pregnant women and a rare birth defect called microcephaly, in which babies are born with abnormally small heads.http://www.wtae.com/news/results-back-for-pennsylvania-zika-virus-tests/37898210 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted February 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2016 Updated: 6:37 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2016 | Posted: 3:13 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, 20162 Pennsylvania residents test positive for Zika virus, health officials say 2 799 39 916 RelatedView Larger NBC News 2 Pennsylvania residents test positive for Zika virus, health officials saySponsored Links ALLEGHENY COUNTY, Pa. — State health authorities say two female Pennsylvania residents have tested positive for the Zika virus.The Pennsylvania Department of Health says the two had recently traveled to countries affected by the ongoing outbreak of the mosquito-borne virus.FREE APPS | NOW | FACEBOOK | TWITTERStories of the day...New Castle mom says son, 8, with special needs hospitalized after bullies attacked himFlorida man arrested for tossing alligator into Wendy’sSmooth bystander trips suspect as he runs from copsPHOTOS: Mardi Gras kicks offSecretary of Health Dr. Karen Murphy said officials are concerned about the health of those individuals and others who may be exposed, but the want to emphasize that the two cases "pose no threat to the public."Earlier Tuesday, health officials announced that four people in Allegheny County were being tested for the virus. It’s unclear whether any of those residents were the ones who tested positive.The health department said they’re not releasing where in the state the two infected women live.Medical authorities say most people recover in about a week from symptoms that include fever, a rash and achy joints, but doctors believe the virus puts pregnant women at serious risks for birth defects.Karen Hacker, director of the Allegheny County Health Department based in Pittsburgh, says the risk for residents in southwestern Pennsylvania is extremely low. She says the risk is for those who've traveled to areas in Central and South America where the virus is rampant.http://www.wpxi.com/news/news/local/health-dept-confirms-4-people-being-tested-zika-vi/nqMWj/?utm_content=buffer2c439&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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