Two Pregnant Women Test Positive For Zika Virus in Jamaica

Two local pregnant women have reportedly been confirmed with the Zika virus.

The current number of confirmed cases stands at 16.

Health Minister, Dr Christopher Tufton made the disclosure while speaking at a press conference in Kingston on Monday (Jun 2).

According to Irie FM, the minister said a total of 1,969 notifications for Zika have been reported, with the highest number of notifications in Kingston and St Andrew with 465, and St Catherine with 405.

The minister also stated that despite an increase in reports, there have been no confirmed cases of Microcephaly or Guillain Barre Syndrome, linked to the Zika Virus.

One case of Microcephaly has been reported in Jamaica, however that patient tested negative for the Zika Virus.

Download The Jamaican Blogs™ App for your Android device: HERE

---

Remember to share this article on Facebook and other Social Media Platforms. To submit your own articles or to advertise with us please send us an EMAIL at: [email protected]