Zika Virus Epidemic: Information for Dental Health Professionals
Zika virus epidemic is a continued and growing threat.
The number of cases in the U.S. is increasing and the potential for spread of this mosquito-borne disease is greatest during the summer months. Health care professionals need to be familiar with the signs, symptoms and complications of the infection, its transmission, and ways of disease prevention.
Participants will learn:
- History of the Zika virus and the current epidemic
- Signs, symptoms and complications of Zika virus disease
- Modes of transmission of Zika virus infection
- Prevention of disease in the dental settings