About Zika Alert

Zika Alert is a trauma-informed, accessible health application designed to help individuals understand their personal risk of Zika virus infection and take appropriate protective measures.

Our Journey

1
2022

Thesis Project

Zika Alert began as Abayomi's thesis project at LSDM - London School of Design and Marketing. "When I learned Zika has no vaccine, I knew I had to do something."

2
2022 - 2024

Research & Analysis

Comprehensive desk review and research phase where the Zika Alert brand and mission was formed. View the research documentation.

3
2024

Design System

Created the Zika Alert Design System with 57 components, trauma-informed patterns, and full WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility compliance. Explore the Design System.

4
2025

Web App Prototype

First Zika Web App prototype built with Laravel, Tailwind CSS, Alpine.js, and Leaflet maps. Features include interactive risk map, real-time alerts, and health information resources. This prototype serves to gather user feedback and insights that will shape how we build the mobile apps.

5
Coming Soon

Mobile Apps

Native iOS and Android applications built with NativePHP, featuring push notifications, offline support, and location-based risk alerts to reach more communities.

We're seeking collaboration and partnership to scale this milestone.

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Our Mission

We believe everyone deserves access to clear, actionable health information. Our mission is to empower communities with the knowledge they need to protect themselves and their families from Zika virus transmission.

Trauma-Informed Design

We understand that health information can be stressful. Our application is designed with trauma-informed principles, providing clear information without causing unnecessary alarm, and always pairing risk information with actionable steps you can take.

Data Sources

Our risk assessments and health information are based on data from trusted sources including the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and local health authorities.

Built By

Zika Alert is developed by Festa Design Studio, specialists in creating accessible, user-centered health technology solutions.