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Canadian researchers mosquito trap offers hope in fight against Zika spread
2016-04-09 16:00:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Globe and Mail: A new mosquito trap designed by a Canadian researcher is almost seven times more effective than conventional devices, according to a new study conducted in northern Guatemala, providing hope that the spread of mosquito-borne viruses such as Zika can be better controlled. Laurentian University researcher Dr. Gerardo Ulibarri has been crafting and testing mosquito traps for years. His latest is called the ovillanta. The low-cost trap, made from discarded tires and other recycled materials, has proven...
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White House To Transfer Funds from Ebola To Zika
2016-04-07 12:49:00| Happi Breaking News
Congress has yet to act on emergency funding request in February.
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White House to transfer Ebola funds to combat Zika virus
2016-04-06 01:41:22| Biotech - Topix.net
In this April 1, 2016, file photo, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Thomas Frieden speaks during a news conference at a Zika summit in Atlanta. Congressional officials say April 5, the Obama administration has decided to transfer leftover money from the largely successful fight against Ebola to combat the growing threat of the Zika virus in Puerto Rico, the Southeast U.S., and Central and South America.
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CPG Companies Provide Zika Relief
2016-04-06 00:15:00| Happi Breaking News
CDC recognizes several CSPA members.
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Zika is linked to microcephaly, health agencies confirm
2016-04-02 16:00:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
National Public Radio: The World Health Organization says there is now scientific consensus that the Zika virus is connected with microcephaly - a condition in which babies are born with very small heads and brain damage. Scientists have been working for months to confirm a link between Zika and microcephaly, ever since Brazil reported a startling increase in cases last fall. Zika infection during pregnancy appears to increase the risk for several types of birth defects and miscarriages, a recent study found. And...
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