Ten years after the Zika Public Health Emergency
Zika: a continuing global blind spot
Ten years after Zika was declared a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) in February 2016, the virus has faded from headlines but remains a significant global threat. Reported across 92 countries and territories, with many more at risk due to the presence of mosquito vectors and limited surveillance, Zika continues to pose serious dangers, particularly during pregnancy, where infection can cause severe congenital outcomes. Wellcome Trust highlights the importance of sustained investment in surveillance, research, and prevention, and features the DeZi Network as part of Wellcome-supported efforts to better understand Zika, its links with dengue, and how to protect vulnerable populations.
