10th Edition of
World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health
October 05-07, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
The Zika Virus, a mosquito-borne flavivirus, gained international attention due to a series of outbreaks in recent years. First identified in Uganda in 1947, the virus remained relatively obscure until the 2015 epidemic in the Americas. One of the major concerns associated with Zika is its impact on pregnancy. The virus is linked to congenital Zika syndrome, which includes severe birth defects such as microcephaly. Pregnant women infected with Zika face an increased risk of complications, prompting travel advisories and public health measures to prevent transmission. The Aedes mosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti, are the primary vectors for Zika Virus transmission. The virus can also be sexually transmitted, posing challenges for disease control and prevention. Efforts to combat Zika involve vector control strategies, public health campaigns to raise awareness, and research to develop vaccines and antiviral treatments. Global collaboration is crucial in addressing the Zika Virus. Research institutions, governments, and international organizations work together to understand the virus, develop diagnostic tools, and implement preventive measures. By integrating expertise from various fields, such as virology, entomology, and reproductive health, the global community aims to mitigate the impact of Zika on public health and safeguard vulnerable populations.
Title : Molecular crosstalk between the host and pathogen in Streptococcus pyogenes virulence
Francis J Castellino, University of Notre Dame, United States
Title : Phenotypic characterisation of non tuberculous mycobacterium species isolated from clinical specimens
Anant Marathe, Parul Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Parul University, India
Title : An unprecedented West Nile virus outbreak in Israel (2024): A textbook case for the One Health approach
Michel Bellaiche, Kimron Veterinary Institute, Israel
Title : Changing population immunity to COVID-19 in the context of infection, vaccination and emerging SARS-CoV-2 variants
Ranjan Ramasamy, IDFISH Technology, United States
Title : Candida auris infections are global health challenge
Reza Nassiri, Michigan State University, United States
Title : Host brakes on viral inflammation
Saurabh Chattopadhyay, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, United States