Michigan health officials have identified the first confirmed case of Zika Virus in a Michigan resident The patient is a woman and a resident of Ingham County. She contracted the virus when traveling in a country where Zika virus is being transmitted. The woman is not pregnant.
According to a statement released by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, “This is the time of year when many Michigan residents are traveling to warmer climates. If you have plans to travel to areas where Zika virus is present, take precautions to prevent mosquito bites. If you are pregnant, or may become pregnant, consider postponing your trip. Travelers to areas where Zika virus is present should contact their doctor if they experience symptoms associated with Zika virus during their trip, or within a week of their return home.”
The most common symptoms include a fever, rash, joint pain, and red, itchy eyes.
