Locally transmitted Zika cases up to 17 in Florida

A Miami neighborhood is a ghost town after 17 non-travel related Zika cases have been diagnosed there. Officials are turning to aerial mosquito spraying to try to eradicate the problem. David Begnaud has more.

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U.S. Maternal Death Rate Is Rising

Up 27 percent since 2000 among pregnant women or new mothers, but better reporting may play a role

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Climate Change May Bring More Tainted Shellfish to Northern Seas

Study finds rise in dangerous bacteria could make swimming more hazardous, too

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Sugary, High-Fat Western Diet Tied to Denser Breast Tissue

Previous research has linked higher density to increased risk of breast cancer

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Study links rising temperatures to increase in waterborne illnesses

The new study clearly connects global warming to increases in waterborne food-poisonings and other infections

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Why is "cupping" attracting Olympic athletes?

Michael Phelps is a fan of the the ancient Chinese medicine practice, but what does it really do?

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This sleep disorder costs the U.S. billions per year

Sleep experts say common condition isn't just a nuisance, it's a major economic and safety problem

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Doctors: Woman caught deadly infection from horse

Seattle woman appears to have picked up a rare, fatal infection while horseback riding

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S.C. referral program helps guide patients to dental homes

Renew Our Community is a nonprofit here that for years had been helping provide housing, meals, transportation and clean clothes to the underserved when its leadership in 2014 discovered another necessity thousands in the county had been going without: dental care.

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Screen time and children — How to guide your child

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What “native” Zika infections mean for the United States

In July, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that a woman in Miami-Dade County in Florida had tested positive for the Zika virus. Follow-up to this case led health officials in Florida to report a total of 15 cases in the area. These weren’t the first people in the United States, or even in Florida, to contract Zika. But these cases were unique in one important way –– they were likely caused by mosquitoes in the United States.

The CDC promptly issued a travel warning for pregnant woman and their partners, warning them not to visit the small community of Wynwood, just north of Miami, where these Zika cases first occurred. This is the first time the CDC has ever issued a warning to pregnant women about traveling to a place within the United States because of the threat of infectious disease.

It’s no surprise that local mosquitoes carry Zika

For many health officials it wasn’t a question of whether Zika was going to get to the United States, but rather when it would arrive. Currently, there are more than 1,400 travel-related Zika cases in the United States, and U.S. territories like Puerto Rico are grappling with more than 3,800 cases. Also, parts of the United States are home to the Aedes aegypti mosquitoes that carry the virus, with southern states like Texas and Florida bearing the greatest risks for outbreaks due to their warmer climates.

The news that mosquitoes in the United States have been found to carry Zika is certainly concerning, but experts say that Zika likely won’t spread here as it has in countries in Central and South America. “Our housing is generally better here, and since we’re more likely to have AC, we can keep our houses sealed off better,” says Dr. John Ross, an infectious disease expert and professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School. “We also tend to have more robust healthcare in the U.S. than in other places, so we can track and treat these cases more effectively.”

How do you know if you have Zika…and how can you avoid it?

The CDC reports that only about 20% of people who get the virus go on to show symptoms, which are usually mild and typically include a low-grade fever, sore or aching joints, conjunctivitis (“pink eye”), and a rash. However, the virus does pose a greater danger to pregnant women and their unborn children, as studies have shown that Zika may cause microcephaly. Microcephaly is a birth defect in which a baby’s head is unusually small. Often, the brain has not developed properly, which can result in neurological and developmental problems. Current research estimates that 1% of all pregnant women with Zika will give birth to a child with these neurological issues.

In addition to their travel advisories, doctors at the CDC have also provided information about how to prevent mosquito bites and decrease the risk of developing Zika:

• Avoid areas with Zika. Women who are pregnant or who are trying to become pregnant should avoid areas with known Zika cases.
• Use insect repellant. It’s a simple and maybe obvious step — using insect repellant helps deter mosquitoes and prevent bites.
• Wear clothing that provides coverage. Long sleeves and long pants protect your arms and legs from mosquitoes and help prevent bites.
• Practice safe sex. Zika can be spread through sex, so it’s important to use a condom to prevent sexual transmission. If you have been anywhere with an outbreak of Zika, doctors recommend that you use a condom for 8 weeks after your return if you don’t show symptoms of Zika, and for 6 months if you do show symptoms in order to prevent transmission to you sexual partner.
• Travel safely. If you are traveling to an area with known cases of Zika, take the proper safety precautions and watch for travel advisories. Doctors may recommend vaccines or other medications.

Although it’s concerning to see cases of Zika in the United States, they don’t necessarily signal the beginning of a widespread epidemic. “We always need to be vigilant,” says Ross. “The good thing is that people are aware of the dangers of Zika, and we have the tools we need to limit and monitor its spread.”

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FDA bans e-cigarette sales to minors starting today

Retailers are also banned from doling out free samples and must comply with a range of other new regulations

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Practical Advice for Living With Breast Cancer

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What Happens in Breast Augmentation or Breast Reduction Surgery?

Thinking about getting implants or breast reduction surgery? You’ll want to read this first.

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Why Teens Choose E-Cigarettes

Kids who continue vaping cite 2 key reasons, study finds

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Heart recipient walks donor's daughter down the aisle

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Florida officials go into damage control over Zika

The outbreak has sent a chill through the Sunshine State's all-important tourism industry

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The Truth About Bacon

Bacon has been getting a bad rap in the health world. WebMD shows you how to keep bacon in your diet with a few smart tweaks.

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FDA Banning E-Cigarette Sales to Minors Monday

Agency also details other retail restrictions on access to vaping products

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