Although the Zika virus is causing growing concern across the country, many Americans have no intention of letting the public health crisis affect their summer plans, according to a recent survey from the National Recreation and Park Association.
The survey was conducted between May 5 and May 12 and includes responses from a random sample of 1,000 U.S. adults.
Based on the survey responses:
- Roughly one-third (31 percent) said they definitely will not alter their plans because of the Zika virus
- Twenty-three percent indicated that they are either very unlikely to or somewhat unlikely to change their plans
- Only 6 percent indicated that they definitely will change their plans
- Concern about the Zika virus was greater among respondents with children and those of child-bearing age than others respondents
"While the majority of Americans may not be planning to alter their outdoor plans this summer, there is a need for everyone to be mindful of the steps they should take to help prevent and protect themselves from the spread of the Zika virus," said Barbara Tulipane, NRPA president and CEO.
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