The baby, born within the last two weeks, has severe brain defects, along with hearing and vision issues. According to the territory’s health secretary, authorities are currently investigating why the condition was identified so late, even though the mother showed signs of Zika as early as two months into her pregnancy. The woman reportedly did not receive continuous prenatal care until late in her second trimester. The case occurred in the island nation’s capital, San Juan.
As of Oct. 20, the CDC has reported more than 2,000 cases of Zika among pregnant women in U.S. territories. In the states, that number is nearing 1,000.
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