Zika virus

Viruses. What are Viruses ?

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What are Viruses ? Viruses are tiny infectious agents that replicate inside living cells of organisms and can cause a variety of diseases. Introduction to Viruses – Definition and basic characteristics – Historical background and discovery – Comparison with other microorganisms (e.g., bacteria, fungi) Structure of Viruses – Viral components – Nucleic acid (DNA or … Read more

Zika virus. What is zika virus?

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## Outline: Zika Virus ### 1. Overview – Definition of Zika Virus – Background and Origin – Geographic Distribution ### 2. Transmission – Primary vectors (mosquitoes, especially Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus) – Additional transmission routes (mother-to-child, sexual contact, blood transfusion) ### 3. Symptoms and Clinical Presentation – Common symptoms (fever, rash, joint pain, conjunctivitis) … Read more