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Miami-Dade County free of active Zika transmission
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It has been more than 45 days since the last local case of Zika virus infection was reported in the South Miami Beach area of Florida — the last remaining area of Miami-Dade County considered to have active Zika transmission.
As a result, the CDC has downgraded the area from an “active” to a “cautionary” area of Zika virus transmission like the rest of the county. Pregnant women residing in or traveling to South Miami Beach are eligible for Zika virus testing.
“Florida’s rapid response and comprehensive mosquito control program has allowed them to interrupt Zika transmission, but we must stay vigilant and also take what we have learned and be prepared for next season,” CDC Director Thomas R. Frieden, MD, MPH, said in the statement. “Pregnant women who live or have been to this area should continue to be evaluated for Zika exposure during their prenatal visits to prevent the devastating effects Zika can cause in their infants.”
As of Dec. 8, the CDC estimates there have been 4,575 cases of Zika virus infection in the continental United States and Hawaii, including 185 mosquito-borne infections in Florida, 38 sexually transmitted infections and 1 infection due to laboratory exposure.
Disclosures: Frieden reports no relevant financial disclosures.