It only makes sense that the very first 100% unanimously voted MVP of the NBA league would play in the Olympic games to be held the same year, but Golden State Warriors’ golden-boy, Steph Curry has graciously bowed out. Keep reading to find out why.
MLB: Detroit Tigers Pitcher K-Rod Contracted Zika Virus In Venezuela
That’s right, Tigers pitcher, Francisco Rodriguez had the Zika virus during the off-season while he was visiting his native, Venezuela.
First Sexually Transmitted Zika Virus Case Reported In Canada
Oh man. The first sexually transmitted Zika virus case has been reported right above the U.S, in Canada. According to a statement from Public Health Agency of Canada and Ontario’s Ministry of Health, the unidentified individual is believed to have contracted the epidemic disease from a sexual partner who came down with Zika after traveling to an affected country. Full story after the jump.
Florida Governor Declares State Of Emergency Due To Zika Virus
Florida Governor Rick Scott is taking zero chances with this Zika virus. He has declared a state of emergency in Florida. Florida has a bunch of mosquitos flying around which means people over there have to be extremely careful.
Top 4 Ways To Avoid The New Global STD
Zika, a new STD just made the WHO’s Global Health Emergency list. Hit the jump to find out how to protect yourself from this virus as it makes its way around the world.
(Video) El Salvador Tells Woman To Holdout On Getting Pregnant For Two Years Because Of Zika Virus
The government in El Salvador is asking woman not to get pregnant until 2018. They are trying to stop the Zika virus from spreading and feel like this would be one of the best ways to end it. Apparently other reigons are asking their woman to do the same thing. This virus is mosquito-borne and has been linked to at least 4,000 cases of microcephaly in Brazil. This disease causes babies to be born with small heads.
