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Child Born At NJ Hospital To Mother With Zika Virus

HACKENSACK, N.J. (CBS) -- Officials at Hackensack University Medical Center have announced that a baby was born, on Tuesday, to a woman with Zika virus, at their hospital.

It was confirmed that the baby was born at the Donna A. Sanzari Women's Hospital with microcephaly. Officials say the mother contracted the Zika virus internationally.

The hospital stated that the mother, who is visiting the United States, is receiving care at this time.

In a statement, the hospital urged the public to respect the privacy of the mother.

 

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