dengue

Margareth Capurro

These mosquitoes could be a weapon against Zika

Science

The mosquito that carries the Zika virus also carries dengue and other deadly diseases. So research into how to kill or alter the mosquito population is crucial in Brazil.

Brazil Zika and Olympic budget comparison chart

The budget for the Rio Olympics is 16 times higher than the budget to combat the Zika virus

Health
Brazilian soldiers inspecting water container for Zika

Improving water sources, sanitation facilities and poverty alleviation may not be the solution to Brazil’s Zika outbreak

Health
Brazilian soldiers distribute educational flyers about the Zika virus in São Paulo, the country's largest city.

Zika is a window into a much bigger story in Brazil

Environment