Some type of bug going around or whatever. He said because i wanted to go on vacation. Reporter the mosquito borne zika virus is active in central and south america and the caribbean. Pregnant women should reconsider travel to affected countries. Cancel that trip if you are trying to get pregnant or you may newly pregnant. You really just dont want to put yourself in a position where a simple mosquito bite could endanger the health of your unborn baby. Reporter the virus is the suspected cause of birth defects that are spiking in brazil. Hundreds of babies born with undersized heads, a condition known as microcephaly. Manhattan Marketing Executive kristine decided to cancel her trip to the caribbean. Im 14 weeks pregnant. I dont think mothers ever want to take that chance. Reporter Nassau County has one case from someone who recently traveled. Its urging airlines and travel businesses to allow concerned passengers to change or cancel plans without penalty. Anyone with the concern that