Ever since 1947, when the Zika virus was first detected, people have been getting infected with this disease. In 2024, both Zika outbreaks and the development of preventive vaccines have accelerated.
Autochthonous mosquito-borne transmission of Zika has been detected in 89 countries and territories globally.
Over 24,000 Zika Cases Confirmed in 2024
U.S. CDC to Review Various Vaccines Next Week
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently confirmed a meeting of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) will be conducted from June 26-28, 2024.
The agenda for this ACUP meeting includes discussions of new and existing vaccines, such as: