Spain reports first case of Zika-linked microcephaly

Health authorities in Spain say they have identified the first case of the birth defect microcephaly in the foetus of a pregnant woman infected with the Zika virus.

Spain reports first case of Zika-linked microcephaly

Health authorities in Spain say they have identified the first case of the birth defect microcephaly in the foetus of a pregnant woman infected with the Zika virus.

The health department for the north-eastern region of Catalonia said the woman travelled to South America some months ago and had contracted Zika and dengue.

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