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Zika Virus
How far away is a Zika virus vaccine?
Experts say research efforts will focus on developing a vaccine for the mosquito-borne illness, but it will take time
Zika virus has phones ringing at pest control firms
In Texas, an influx of calls for mosquito spraying, following news reports of local cases of virus linked to birth defect
Health officials: Here's what will help stop Zika virus
Experts tell Congress the most important steps for keeping Zika at bay in the U.S.
The 7 things you need to know about the Zika virus
It's spreading fast; watch this to protect yourself
What does the future hold for babies with microcephaly?
Zika virus sparks worries about thousands of babies born with small heads; impact may range from normal health to crippling disability
Answering your questions about Zika virus
Americans have many questions about the emerging threat from Zika virus, which has been sweeping across Latin America and the Caribbean
Brazilian doctor on connecting dots between Zika, birth defects
Dr. Vanessa van der Linden started seeing cases of microcephaly last August, right around the same time her mother -- also a doctor -- was seeing the same defect
20 alarming facts about the Zika virus
It's spreading fast and igniting fears among pregnant women the world over, but there's still a lot about Zika you don't know
Zika Q&A: Dr. LaPook answers your questions
As alarm over Zika virus rises, CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook says arming yourself with the facts may help ease anxiety
Fear of Zika virus spreads to Latin America travel
Many Americans say no way to Latin America travel because of mosquito-borne virus, although hit on tourism is minimal so far
"It just takes your breath away": Zika's impact in Brazil
Dr. Jon LaPook reflects on the devastating toll of the Zika outbreak on babies, and what we can do to prevent future epidemics
Best mosquito repellents for preventing Zika virus
Consumer Reports offers answers, rating what it calls the best products to ward off mosquitos
Latest Zika advice: Use condoms during pregnancy
The CDC offers new guidance to protect unborn babies from virus linked to birth defects
Zika case sparks questions about sexual transmission
The disease is mostly spread by mosquitoes, but some patients may catch it through sex
Airlines offer refunds, changes for Zika-wary travelers
The virus has airlines scrambling to accommodate customers who no longer wish to travel to areas affected by the outbreak
Blood banks limit donations due to Zika virus
Major blood centers say people should not donate if they've traveled to Mexico, the Caribbean, South or Central America in the last 28 days
What Florida is doing to stop the Zika virus
Florida's hot, humid climate puts its 20 million residents at risk -- along with millions more tourists
Behind the camera: A firsthand look at the heartache of Zika virus
An Associated Press photographer reflects on his front-row seat to how the Zika virus is affecting families in Brazil
Higher temperatures make Zika more likely to spread
Weather is one of the many factors that influence the spread of mosquito-borne viruses like Zika
Red Cross takes steps to protect blood supply from Zika
American Red Cross asks travelers to hold off on blood donations as a precaution, but says risk of transmission is "extremely low"
Florida declares health emergency for Zika in four counties
"We know that we must be prepared for the worst even as we hope for the best," governor says
Questions abound as Zika virus cases grow in U.S.
CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook on the mechanics of transmission of virus linked to birth defects and the likelihood of its spread in U.S.
Inside the Brazilian town at epicenter of Zika virus
CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook is in Recife, Brazil, where officials are on a search and destroy mission to kill mosquitoes that may carry the virus
U.S. confirms first sexually transmitted case of Zika virus
Health officials in Dallas say the patient was infected by someone who recently returned from a country where Zika virus is spreading
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