Risk of catching Zika virus through sexual transmission far higher than thought, WHO says

In Gynaecology & andrology, Pregnancy choices, Reproductive health, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

March 11, 2016

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ABC radio,Wednesday, March 9, 2016 12:35:47

The World Health Organization (WHO) says it appears the risk of catching the mosquito-borne Zika virus through sexual transmission is far higher than thought.

And the complications for unborn babies are far broader than previously feared.

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By J Pope March 11, 2016