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First case of Zika virus reported in Puerto Rico - Media Statement

The Puerto Rico Department of Health reported today the first locally acquired case of Zika virus infection in Puerto Rico. Zika was confirmed in a resident of Puerto Rico with no known travel history.

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CDC@CDCgov Dec 31, 2015Published 18:00 UTCSignal Time 78Trust Score
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The Puerto Rico Department of Health reported today the first locally acquired case of Zika virus infection in Puerto Rico. Zika was confirmed in a resident of Puerto Rico with no known travel history.

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