Zika Virus-Important Message from Department of Health

Dear Prenatal Providers:

The Department of Health is currently investigating possible non-travel related cases of Zika virus disease in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. We must remain vigilant and increase our level of questioning when considering Zika virus disease. Remember to identify, test and inform. Please contact your county health department (CHDs) immediately if you suspect a patient has Zika fever (per rule 64D-3.029, Florida Administrative Code), to ensure prompt mosquito control efforts.

Please see the informational attachments:

• ACOG Letter Signed ~ July 22nd 2016
• CDC Interim Guidelines for Pregnant Women During a Zika Virus Outbreak US, 2016 MMWR
• Zika virus one-pager for clinicians focusing on diagnosis & testing
• Zika virus one-pager for obstetricians focusing on prevention
• Mosquito bite prevention information for travelers in English
  
• Mosquito bite prevention information for travelers in Spanish