Pune: The seventh case of Zika virus infection was reported in the city on Tuesday (July 2), found in the Dahanukar Colony area. All identified patients so far are in stable condition, with none requiring hospitalization for treatment.
A 45-year-old woman from Dahanukar Colony tested positive for the Zika virus, showing mild symptoms. Previously, four cases were detected in the Erandwane area and two in the Mundhwa area. The discovery in Dahanukar Colony marks the seventh case in the city, comprising five women and two men.
The Pune Municipal Corporation's health department confirmed that two of the five women are pregnant. All patients are receiving treatment at home and are reported to be in stable condition.
Zika virus spreads through the bite of the female Aedes aegypti mosquito. Following this recent case, the municipal authorities have initiated fumigation within a one-kilometer radius of the affected area to prevent further spread of the virus.
