Learn about Zika in Nicaragua
Boats in San Juan del Sur. Image: Céline Colin
Compared to other countries like Brazil, Colombia, and Puerto Rico, few confirmed cases of Zika have occurred in Nicaragua. Nonetheless, it is important to inform yourself about Zika and prevention if you’re planning a trip to Nicaragua.
Here is a list of informative resources that can help you better understand Zika and prevention:
- http://www.cdc.gov/zika/prevention/index.html
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http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/alert/zika-virus-nicaragua
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http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2016/health/what-is-zika-virus.html?_r=0
Essentially, pregnant women, women that are actively trying to get pregnant, and heterosexual men that are planning to have children with their partners in the next three to six months should not be travelling to countries with Zika travel notices.
That being said, if you are not planning on having children any time soon, Nicaragua can still be a great travel option. Featuring rich biodiversity, top-notch surf beaches, stunning colonial cities, vibrant nightlife and more all at reasonable prices, Nicaragua is becoming a top travel destination in Latin America.
If Nicaragua is your next vacation spot, be sure to take precautions so that you do not bring Zika back with you. Because Zika is spread primarily through mosquitos, CDC recommends that Nicaragua visitors protect themselves from mosquito bites. Again, take a look at the resources provided above for more information on Zika prevention.
