Amidst increased concerns over the spread of the Zika virus, the Centers for Disease Control recommended that women who travel to areas of the world most affected by the disease get tested upon return to the U.S.

The agency recommended testing even for women who aren't experiencing symptoms associated with the illness, a revision of guidelines it put out only recently.

In addition, the CDC recommended that, because the disease can be transmitted sexually as well as through mosquito bites, men who have traveled to affected areas should either abstain from sex with a pregnant partner or use condoms.

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