Question
Consider the following statements:
1. In tropical regions, Zika virus disease is transmitted by the same mosquito that transmits dengue
2. Sexual transmission of Zika virus disease is possible.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer:
C
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Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. In tropical regions, Zika virus disease is primarily transmitted by the Aedes mosquito, specifically the Aedes aegypti mosquito, which is also responsible for transmitting dengue fever.
Statement 2 is also correct. Sexual transmission of Zika virus disease is possible. The virus can be transmitted through sexual contact with an infected person, even if they are asymptomatic or have recovered from the illness.
Therefore, the correct answer is (c) Both 1 and 2.