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Zika Virus 101: What Every “Babymooner” Needs to Know

Zika virus

With the popularity of babymoons – a last romantic getaway before the arrival of a new baby – and the quick spreading, mosquito-borne Zika virus causing outbreaks in many vacation destinations, what should expectant mothers know?

Dr. Kelly Culpepper, an OBGYN at our Medical City Dallas Hospital, sat down to talk about the Zika virus and pregnancy risks, signs and symptoms and give her advice to pregnant patients considering travel to Zika-affected areas.

Visit our HCA Healthcare North Texas blog for more pregnancy tips and information for moms and mom-to-be. 

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