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03/02/2016
Two People Confirmed With Zika Virus In Ireland
Two adults have the Zika virus in Ireland, the Health & Safety Executive has confirmed.
The cases are unrelated and both patients are said to be currently well and fully recovered.
The Zika virus is a mosquito-borne infection, which isn't harmful in most cases. However, it may be harmful to women who are preganant, as it's been potentially linked to birth defects, specifically, abnormally small heads in babies.
According to the HSE, the finding of Zika cases in Ireland is "not an unexpected event" as many other European countries have reported cases as a result of travel to affected areas
In a statement, HSE said: "Infection when it occurs usually results in a mild illness that typically lasts between 2 to 7 days. The majority of people who become infected by Zika virus have no symptoms. Zika virus is spread through the bite of a mosquito that is in certain countries but which is not present in Ireland.
"While almost all cases of Zika virus are acquired via mosquito bites, one case of sexual transmission of Zika virus has been reported internationally, however the risk of sexual transmission of Zika virus is thought to be extremely low.
"If you become ill within two weeks after your return to Ireland from an affected area, you should contact your doctor for assessment and let him/her know of your recent travel history to an affected area."
(CD)
The cases are unrelated and both patients are said to be currently well and fully recovered.
The Zika virus is a mosquito-borne infection, which isn't harmful in most cases. However, it may be harmful to women who are preganant, as it's been potentially linked to birth defects, specifically, abnormally small heads in babies.
According to the HSE, the finding of Zika cases in Ireland is "not an unexpected event" as many other European countries have reported cases as a result of travel to affected areas
In a statement, HSE said: "Infection when it occurs usually results in a mild illness that typically lasts between 2 to 7 days. The majority of people who become infected by Zika virus have no symptoms. Zika virus is spread through the bite of a mosquito that is in certain countries but which is not present in Ireland.
"While almost all cases of Zika virus are acquired via mosquito bites, one case of sexual transmission of Zika virus has been reported internationally, however the risk of sexual transmission of Zika virus is thought to be extremely low.
"If you become ill within two weeks after your return to Ireland from an affected area, you should contact your doctor for assessment and let him/her know of your recent travel history to an affected area."
(CD)
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