Zika as a cause of spontaneous abortion in endemic areas.

Background: Although in most cases Zika is an uncomplicated febrile disease, in pregnant women is a recognized cause of congenital disorders. Microcephaly is the characteristic most frequently described in the congenital Zika virus syndrome, and the diagnosis requires laboratory confirmation.

Case Report: A 23-year-old female on the ninth week of pregnancy by date of last menstrual period and 10.

[Local conditions of vulnerability associated with dengue in two communities of Morelos].

Objective: To evaluate the vulnerability associated with the occurrence of dengue in two villages of Morelos, Mexico from 2006 to 2009. MATERIALS AND METHODS. A survey on knowledge, risk perception, prevention practices and water use was applied in two villages of Morelos.

A prospective cohort study to evaluate peridomestic infection as a determinant of dengue transmission: protocol.

Background: Vector control programs, which have focused mainly on the patient house and peridomestic areas around dengue cases, have not produced the expected impact on transmission. This project will evaluate the assumption that the endemic/epidemic transmission of dengue begins around peridomestic vicinities of the primary cases. Its objective is to assess the relationship between symptomatic dengue case exposure and peridomestic infection incidence.

[Targeted treatment of Aedes aegypti at localities with high risk for dengue transmission, Morelos, Mexico].

Objective: To determine the relative importance of Aedes aegyti breeding sites for potential targeted dengue control interventions in Morelos.

Material And Methods: Cross-sectional entomological surveys were conducted and collection of Ae. aegypti pupae was taken from all water-holding containers in Cuautla, Jojutla and Tlaquiltenango during dry (1,713 households) and rainy (1,677) seasons in 2008.

First report of Aedes albopictus and other mosquito species in Morelos, Mexico.

Aedes albopictus, Culex corniger, Cx. restuans, and Toxorhynchites theobaldi are reported for the first time for the Mexican State of Morelos. The updated list of species reported is also presented.

Policy analysis of the dengue control program in Mexico.

Objective: To analyze municipal measures implemented to control the dengue epidemic, giving priority to the functions of intersectoral coordination, policy strengthening and community participation.

Methods: The observational study was performed in Morelos, Mexico in 2007. Data collected in interviews and direct observations were submitted to contents analysis and policy mapping.