Health officials are warning Zika may resurface this summer, although they are not sure how large of a threat the virus poses at this point, according to Kaiser Health News.
Here are six takeaways:
1. The United States has not yet reported any locally-acquired cases in 2017.
2. However, researchers are unaware about of the virus' inner workings and how it impacts those infected long-term.
Lyle Petersen, MD, CDC director of the vector-borne diseases division, said at a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee hearing, "We still have much to learn. And much remains to be done."
3. In 2016, the nation had 5,102 Zika cases, with most people acquiring the virus when traveling in South America and Central America.
4. Researchers will conduct active surveillance and testing this summer as mosquitoes primarily spread the virus.
5. The Trump administration's budget proposal includes a $1.3 billion cut to CDC funding and a $383 million cut to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, which is developing the Zika vaccine.
6. Some experts worry the HHS hiring freeze could impact the national response to Zika.
