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In other Zika developments, a human rights group raised concerns about water, sanitation, and other public health concerns in Brazil, and India announced microcephaly screening for newborns.

Panel finds overall response was thorough, but notes policy gaps and some missteps after the samples were found.

Public health groups leaders see a strong leader and ally, but worry over looming CDC budget challenges.

The plan includes the goal of having the first vaccine doses ready within 3 months of pandemic strain emergence.

Though global risk remains low, 7 countries have begun screening at airports and ports of entry.

The plan includes a $2.8 billion boost to HHS but cuts to global health.

Federal funds are poised to take another hit with President Trump's proposed budget.

The budget supports earlier commitment to Gavi vaccine initiatives but dials back funds for other global health efforts.

The vaccine protected macaques from infection 5 weeks later and mice 5 months later.

In other Zika developments, the CDC released new fact sheets for pregnant women about the complexities involved in Zika testing.