12-07-2016 19:32 via dispatch.com

Second Zika virus case confirmed in Columbus

Columbus health officials have confirmed a second case of the Zika virus. Jose Rodriguez, spokesman for Columbus Public Health, said a woman in her 20s who traveled to St. Lucia reported having symptoms to her physician when she returned. A test was performed and it came back positive late Monday, he said. The Zika virus is transmitted by infected mosquitoes and can be passed by sexual partners. Most people won't experience the disease's mild symptoms, which include rash and joint pain, but heal
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