Epidemiology and Prevention of Zika Virus: A Review

The Zika virus is a mosquito-borne flavivirus (Aedes) first identified in Uganda in 1947. Here we tried to collect scattered data and present a synthesis of the history and the current status of the disease. Its major epidemic in the world was presented and effective prevention techniques were cited. WHO estimated that 3 to 4 million people were expected to be infected with the Zika virus in 2017. Strategies for the prevention and control of Zika virus disease should include the use of insect repellent and mosquito vector eradication since there is currently no vaccine available.