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What are your questions about Chagas disease, aka ‘kissing bug’ disease?

What are your questions about Chagas disease, aka ‘kissing bug’ disease?

Facebook Tweet Email Link Chagas disease, known as the “kissing bug” disease, has long been thought of as a neglected tropical illness, but some researchers now argue it’s endemic to the United States. But a lack of awareness means it’s undercounted, undertreated and under-researched. What do you want to know about Chagas or other diseases spread by bugs in the …

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Kissing bug: Chagas disease is now endemic to the US, scientists say

Kissing bug: Chagas disease is now endemic to the US, scientists say

Facebook Tweet Email Link Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition caused by a parasite carried by insects called kissing bugs, should now be considered endemic in the United States, experts say – and without recognition that it’s a constant presence in some parts of the country, more people will suffer unnecessarily. A report on the topic was published last week …

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What are your questions about Chagas disease, aka ‘kissing bug’ disease?

What are your questions about Chagas disease, aka ‘kissing bug’ disease?

Facebook Tweet Email Link Chagas disease, known as the “kissing bug” disease, has long been thought of as a neglected tropical illness, but some researchers now argue it’s endemic to the United States. But a lack of awareness means it’s undercounted, undertreated and under-researched. What do you want to know about Chagas or other diseases spread by bugs in the …

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Deadly ‘Kissing Bug’ Disease Chagas Has Spread to These 32 States

Deadly ‘Kissing Bug’ Disease Chagas Has Spread to These 32 States

Chagas disease, aka “kissing bug” disease is now endemic in the US. The disease has been detected as far north as Pennsylvania. Chagas disease can be deadly if it’s left untreated. A deadly “kissing bug” disease that was once limited to central and South America is now widespread in the U.S. Chagas disease has been detected in 32 states in …

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Chagas disease, or deadly kissing bug disease, has spread in the U.S. Here’s what to know.

Chagas disease, or deadly kissing bug disease, has spread in the U.S. Here’s what to know.

Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition caused by an infected triatomine insect or “kissing bug,” may be becoming endemic in the United States, according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report.  In the report, which was originally published last month for the September issue of the CDC’s Emerging Infectious Diseases journal, the authors said the disease is already endemic …

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Deadly ‘Kissing Bugs’ spreading across US; Which states are affected and how to protect yourself from Chagas disease?

Deadly ‘Kissing Bugs’ spreading across US; Which states are affected and how to protect yourself from Chagas disease?

Heads up, the bugs are here!There’s a tiny but mighty threat silently crawling into our lives: the kissing bugs. These blood-sucking insects are spreading across the United States of America, and carrying a sneaky parasite called Trypanosoma cruzi, the culprit behind Chagas disease. Often overlooked, this disease can lead to serious cardiac and intestinal troubles down the line.The CDC now …

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Insects carrying Chagas disease are in California. How worried should you be? – San Francisco Chronicle

Insects carrying Chagas disease are in California. How worried should you be?  San Francisco Chronicle Chagas disease, long considered only a threat abroad, is established in California and the Southern U.S.  Los Angeles Times Mapped: Where the deadly ‘kissing bug’ disease Chagas has spread in the US  The Independent Deadly ‘kissing bug’ parasite is now in 32 US states — and you might …

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‘Kissing bug’ spreading across US; All about the rare and deadly Chagas disease that can cause fatal heart attacks and strokes

‘Kissing bug’ spreading across US; All about the rare and deadly Chagas disease that can cause fatal heart attacks and strokes

A parasitic illness once largely unheard of in the US is spreading quietly, and it’s deadly. Known as Chagas disease, it is carried by the so-called “kissing bug,” a small insect that feeds around the face and leaves behind dangerous parasites. Now confirmed in dozens of states, including California, Texas, and Florida, Chagas is creeping into public awareness as more …

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