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Does Zika still pose a risk when traveling to the Caribbean?

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, there is currently no active outbreak of Zika in most Caribbean countries. However, there is still a risk due to the presence of mosquitoes that can potentially carry the disease. It is recommended to consistently protect yourself against mosquitoes using chemical and physical methods, such as using mosquito nets around your bed at night. If traveling with a partner, it is advised that they use a condom during sexual intercourse until the end of pregnancy, even if they do not have any symptoms.