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Researchers identify drugs that could help fight Zika virus

Posted at 6:39 PM, Aug 30, 2016
and last updated 2016-08-30 18:39:19-04

Researchers say three drugs that already exist may help protect expectant moms and their unborn babies from the Zika virus.

The virus has been linked to birth defects, including smaller than normal heads and underdeveloped brains.

The drugs are either already FDA approved for other treatments or in clinical trials.