Question

In which country was the first case of 'Zika virus' officially announced?
1. Pakistan
2. Australia
3. Uganda
4. Sri Lanka

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Uganda

The correct answer is Uganda.

• The first case of the Zika virus was officially announced in Uganda.
• Due to mosquito bites, the disease is spread through the Zika virus.

• The Aedes mosquito is mainly responsible for the Zika virus.
• The mosquito bites during day time.
• Mild fever, rash, muscle pain, joint pain, and headache are some symptoms of the infection due to the virus.
• For 2-7 days, these symptoms persist.
• If a child is born with malfunctions, then the Zika virus can affect the child at the time of his/her birth.
• The other complications during pregnancy like preterm birth and miscarriage are also with this virus.
• Zika virus infection can also occur due to neurological complications.

• In 1947 in Uganda, the virus was first identified.
• In Africa and Asia, the spread of the virus was reported in 1960.