World Chagas Disease Day
The April 14th commemorates the World Chagas Disease Day, a date established by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness about this silent disease that affects millions of people, mainly in Latin America.
What is Chagas disease?
It is a disease caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, mainly transmitted by insects known as “kissing bugs” or triatomines, which live in precarious dwellings.How is it transmitted?
- Insect vector bite (kissing bug)
- Contaminated blood transfusions
- From mother to child during pregnancy
- Consumption of contaminated food
- Transplants of infected organs
Symptoms
- Acute phase: fever, general malaise, inflammation at the bite site
- Chronic phase: may remain symptom-free for years, but then cause serious heart and digestive problems
Importance of the Date
This day seeks:- Promote early diagnosis
- Improve access to treatment
- Strengthen prevention and vector control
- Reduce stigma towards affected people
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