The Zika in Brazil Real Time Analysis (Zibra), a project that went through six towns of the Northeast with a mobile laboratory of genomic analysis, to conduct research on molecular epidemiology of zika virus, was in Salvador on Sunday (12/06). Partnership result between Fiocruz Bahia, Evandro Chagas Institute, Ministry of Health and universities in the UK, Canada and Australia, the goal of Zibra is to expand the genomic mapping of the virus to determine the origin, genetic diversity, and epidemiological aspects, helping in combating the epidemic, during a public health emergency.
UN MEDICAL SERVICES DIVISION
Zika Virus: Checklist of Preparedness and Response Activities
For UN Duty Stations Located in Countries where Local Transmission of Zika Virus is Known to Occur
Updated on 26 February 2016
The Zika virus repository aims to help coordinate the global response by bringing together all partner information in one central location. The reporting tool helps delineate the Who, What, Where and When (4Ws) of this emergency response. The tool will generate reports based on information provided by partners in real time.
WHO and partners are appealing for the international response to the spread of Zika virus disease and any subsequent increases in the incidence of microcephaly and neurological disorders.
WHO’s Zika app aims to provide essential information on Zika virus disease and its suspected complications. Designed primarily for health care workers and responders, the app can also be a source of real-time information for the general public. Download and use the app is on IOS or android platforms and have easy-to-use information at your fingertips. In addition to information on on Zika virus diseases, microcephaly and other suspected complications, you can download WHO’s technical guidance and other useful resources, follow ongoing Zika related-research and development, stay updated about the latest news, and follow the international response to Zika. New content, including trainings will be added to the app in weeks to come.