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Public Health Experts Want 2016 Rio Olympics Moved Due to Zika Virus Concerns

A group of 125 public health experts sent a letter to World Health Organization director Dr. Margaret Chan to urge delaying or moving the 2016 Summer Olympics from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil due to concerns about the Zika virus.

Gillian Mohney of ABC News passed along details from the group, which includes scientists, doctors and medical ethicists. They believe the issue could have a negative impact on the individuals traveling to the region for the Games:

Currently, many athletes, delegations, and journalists are struggling with the decision of whether to participate in the Rio 2016 Games.