Where you live, your travel history, and the travel history of your sex partner(s) can affect your chances of getting Zika. This website can help you learn more about Zika, why you might be at risk of getting it, and how to protect yourself and others.

Many people infected with Zika won’t have symptoms or will only have mild symptoms. However, a pregnant woman, even one without symptoms, can pass Zika to her developing fetus. Zika infection during pregnancy can cause serious birth defects. Zika virus primarily spreads when a mosquito infected with Zika bites you. Zika also can spread through sex with a man or woman who has Zika. Sex includes vaginal, anal, or oral sex, and the sharing of sex toys. Zika can pass through sex even if the person does not have symptoms at the time.

Protect yourself and others – learn how you can help prevent the spread of Zika!