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I have to stay in a shelter with lots of people. if someone has zika, are we all going to catch it?
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No: The Zika virus is only spread through mosquito bites or sex with an infected person. If you wear long sleeves, long pants you can reduce risk of mosquito bites. Most adults only have mild symptoms if they contract Zika (fever, rash, joint pains) and recover without any side effects.
Answered 10/11/2016
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Zika: The virus can be transmitted by body fluids and live mosquitoes. Close proximity to infected individuals, even without symptoms, can result in transmission. If any concerns at all, consult your healthcare provider.
Answered 10/11/2016
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Probably not.: Zika is not contagious as long as you don't exchange body fluids with a person acutely ill with Zika. Otherwise, you have to be bitten by a mosquito infected with Zika.
Answered 2/12/2017
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