The CDC is continuing to urge health care providers to play a key role in preparing and educating their communities about the Zika virus. New Jersey makes up roughly 3 percent of travel-related cases, including sexual and in utero transmission, with 91 confirmed and reported cases as of September 7, 2016. Pennsylvania also accounts for 3 percent of travel-related cases with 95 confirmed cases. While there are no locally acquired mosquito-borne cases so far in NJ or PA, all communities need to be prepared and practicing prevention strategies.
Cooper employees can find the latest Zika Virus Resources, including the Standard Operating Procedures for requesting patient testing, on the employee portal under Clinical Links.