VOICED : OMS: Virus zika se propaga de forma explosiva

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning about the explosive spread of the Zika virus in the Americas, with a high level of alarm. A meeting is scheduled to determine if the outbreak qualifies as a global health emergency. The virus could potentially affect three to four million people. Although a causal link between Zika and fetal malformations is not confirmed, suspicions remain strong. The virus, spread by the same mosquito as dengue and chikungunya, is already present in 21 countries in the Americas.

What action did the WHO director take in response to the Zika virus outbreak?

• Announced a vaccine development program

• Declared a global pandemic

• Called for a meeting to assess the situation

• Issued travel bans to affected countries

What is the estimated number of people that could be affected by the Zika virus according to the WHO?

• One to two million

• Seven to eight million

• Three to four million

• Five to six million

What is the current status of the link between the Zika virus and fetal malformations?

• It has been conclusively proven

• It is only a minor concern

• It has been completely ruled out

• There are strong suspicions but no proof yet

Which countries in the Americas were predicted to be unaffected by the Zika virus?

• Colombia and Venezuela

• Canada and Chile

• Mexico and Brazil

• Argentina and Peru

Which mosquito is responsible for transmitting the Zika virus?

• Culex mosquito

• Anopheles mosquito

• Aedes mosquito

• Mansonia mosquito