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Zika
About Zika
The 2015 epidemic in Brazil was linked to microcephaly in newborns. The virus can cross the placental barrier. Rio Olympics proceeded despite concerns. First mosquito-borne disease known to cause birth defects. Spread to 84 countries.
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