Zika Virus

• Warmer summers could mean Zika and dengue move into Canada, experts warn

  Zika virus and dengue fever are mostly found in tropical locations, but insect and health experts are warning climate change could bring them to Canada.

  Canada

  Sep 25
  
• What happened to… Zika virus

  On this episode of the Global News podcast What Happened To…?, journalist Erica Vella revisits the Zika virus epidemic.

  World

  Apr 8, 2021
  
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• India reports more than 100 Zika virus cases in popular tourist state

  India is grappling with an outbreak of the mosquito-borne Zika virus in Rajasthan, a northern state popular with tourists.

  Health

  Oct 22, 2018
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• How science could wipe out disease-carrying mosquitoes and save lives

  Scientists are developing a “hugely powerful” genetic tool to wipe out disease-carrying mosquitoes, but it’s unclear whether saving millions of lives will be worth the risk.

  Science

  Jul 15, 2018
• University of Alberta scientists working on compound that could prevent Zika, RSV

  An experiment at the University of Alberta's Department of Chemistry could lead to a pill to treat deadly viruses, such as the respiratory syncytial virus.

  Science

  Jul 14, 2018
• Pregnant women with Zika virus have 7% chance of baby with birth defects: study

  Seven per cent of babies born to women infected with Zika during pregnancy have birth defects, according to a new study.

  Health

  Mar 15, 2018
• Saskatoon researcher Dr. Andrew Potter honoured with lifetime achievement award

  Dr. Andrew Potter, the director and CEO of VIDO, has been recognized for years of work in health research.

  Canada

  Jan 19, 2018
• Planning a winter getaway? Zika warnings remain in place as travel season looms

  Heading south this winter? A recent study conducted on behalf of the federal government shows Canadians still don't fully understand the risks associated with Zika.

  Canada

  Oct 6, 2017
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• Can Zika virus kill brain cancer? New study suggests it may be a promising treatment

  It’s been tied to birth defects and brain abnormalities in babies, but could the notorious Zika virus lend a hand in fighting brain cancer?

  Health

  Sep 6, 2017
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• Mosquito species capable of carrying Zika virus caught in Windsor, Ont.

  Despite the development, the health unit said there's no reason to worry about an increased risk of Zika virus in the region.

  Canada

  Aug 23, 2017