This Viral Threat Is Worse than Zika

Most people have heard of Zika virus and the devastating birth defects it can cause. However, fewer know about cytomegalovirus, or CMV, which is a much bigger threat to newborn babies in the U.S.

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This Virus Is a Bigger Threat than Zika The New York Times—Most people have heard of Zika virus and the devastating birth defects it can cause. However, fewer know about cytomegalovirus, or CMV, which is a much bigger threat to newborn babies in the U.S. Read More →

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