Episode 447
Zika declared public health emergency
The outbreak of the virus in Brazil has prompted the WHO to declare a health emergency.
Naked Scientists, In Short Special Editions Podcast · The Naked Scientists
February 10, 20165m 26s
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Show Notes
Last week, the outbreak of Zika virus in Brazil prompted the World Health Organisation to declare a global health emergency. The virus is spreading fast and has been linked to microcephaly, in which children are born with underdeveloped brains. Consultant virologist Tim Wreghitt spoke to Chris Smith about the situation... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
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