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DandelionPowderman
The government here recommends pregnant women not to travel to Brazil at all at this point.
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Green Lady
She's a grown-up lady and capable of making her own decision - but it might be sensible not to take the risk.
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DandelionPowderman
The government here recommends pregnant women not to travel to Brazil at all at this point.
The Brazilian gov recommends Brazilian women not to become pregnant for the moment (and I'm not even kidding you).
The biggest risk with Zika is microcephaly if the baby. if you've seen the 1932 movie "Freaks" you can imagine the problem...
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Koen
Unfortunately events like the Stones tour will attract visitors from all over the world who potentially will bring the virus back to their country. Same for the Olympics this summer in Rio.
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MingSubu
May not be spread by people, but if an infected individual is bitten by a mosquito. I'm assuming that mosquito can pass it on?
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chatoyancy
A doctor on the news said to slather yourself with DEET lotion if going to South America, and wear long sleeves and long pants.