08-02-2016 20:14 via uk.news.yahoo.com

Zika Mosquitoes 'Could Reach Europe By Plane'

Airlines may have to take extra precautions to prevent the spread of mosquitoes infected with the Zika virus, a top scientist has warned. Professor David Heymann, who heads the World Health Organization's Zika emergency committee, told Sky News that global air travel could allow the virus to spread to native mosquitoes in Europe. He said international borders could not stop the disease, adding: "Airlines are considering whether they need to do more spraying to stop mosquitoes hitching a ride on
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