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^- Spring has sprung, and with the warmer weather

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^comes the threat of an infection from mosquitoes.

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Navy medicine released its Zika virus infection guides

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to Navy and Marine Corp personnel.

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US Navy Surgeon General Vice Admiral Forrest Faison

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tells us how to stay safe.

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- The Zika Virus is spread by mosquito bites

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in some countries of the Western Hemisphere.

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There is currently no vaccine or treatment.

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The symptoms include fever, red eyes, muscle pain,

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joint pain, rash and headache,

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and can last from three to seven days.

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Prevention is the best way to avoid infection.

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Avoid unnecessary travel to effected countries.

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When you're outside, cover exposed areas

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with long sleeved clothes and pants,

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and use insect repellent frequently.

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^Nothing is more important to us than your health and safety

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and that of your family.