Where did the Zika virus come from and why is it suddenly the focus of so much concern around the world? Should metro Detroit families be worried? On Monday afternoon, a team of local doctors answered your questions about the virus.
As many metro Detroit families travel south for mid-winter school breaks, some are concerned that a mosquito bite while on vacation could lead to Zika.
Watch WXYZ's Facebook live discussion below
Dr. Nandi is here with a panel of local doctors to answer your questions about the Zika virus. What do you want to know?
Posted by WXYZ-TV Channel 7 on Monday, February 15, 2016
We are still taking your Zika virus questions. What would you like to ask our panel of local doctors?
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The virus has sparked fears around the world and has been linked to birth defects in babies born to Zika-affected mothers.
We brought together a panel of doctors from Saint Joseph Mercy Health System to answer your questions during a Facebook Live video event.
The panel was led by 7 Action News Chief Health Editor, Dr. Partha Nandi.
Joining us was:
- Dr. Varsha Moudgal, Infections Diseases, St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor
- Dr. Michael Gatt, OB-GYN, St. Mary Mercy Livonia
- Dr. Anu Malani, Infectious Diseases, St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor
