There have been several new cases right here in the U.S. of a mosquito-borne virus linked to birth defects.
Florida now has three confirmed cases of the Zika Virus, while Illinois said two pregnant women tested positive there.
Texas and Hawaii also have confirmed cases.
The CDC has recommended some pregnant women get tested right away.
Dr. Manoj Jain is an Infectious Disease Expert who stopped by to tell us what the Zika Virus is and why we should be concerned.
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