Chagas Disease - An overview

Chagas disease is a tropical disease caused by a parasite called Trypansoma cruzi and is primarily spread by Triatomine bugs. It is estimated to affect 6-7 million people, mostly in Latin America, and can cause devastating chronic illness. In this video we take a look at the disease, what it is, and ways to control its spread.

Useful resources:
http://www.who.int/chagas/en/
http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsh...
https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/chagas/...

Created by Ranil Appuhamy
Voice over by James Clark


Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and you should talk to a health professional for specific health advice. Given the volume and changing nature of the evidence, information may not be complete, accurate or up to date.

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