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On 19 May 2015, the first confirmed case of Zika virus (ZIKV) infection was reported in the Sao Paulo state of Brazil.
The case is a 52-year-old man from the city Sumare in Sao Paulo state. The man gave no history of travel outside the area in the 15 days prior to the onset of symptoms.
To date, the Ministry of Health for Brazil has confirmed 16 cases of ZIKV in Brazil; 8 in Bahia state and 8 in Rio Grande do Norte state.
(Via Ministry of Health (in Portuguese) - accessed 25/05/15)
Avoidance of mosquito bites, particularly during daylight hours, is recommended. Bite avoidance measures include: covering up with clothing, the use of insect repellent and bed nets impregnated with insecticide. Reduction of mosquito breeding sites around hotel rooms/homes is advised for longer term stays.
