Chagas Disease, also known as American trypanosomiasis, is an infection caused by the *Trypanosoma cruzi* parasite. It primarily affects people in Latin America, but is also found globally due to migration. It can lead to severe and irreversible heart and digestive problems if left untreated. Track Chagas Disease activity and outbreaks specific to Virginia.
Open Web AppChagas Disease was first described in 1909 by Brazilian physician Carlos Chagas, who identified the *Trypanosoma cruzi* parasite and its triatomine insect vector. His groundbreaking work was the first to fully describe a human disease cycle, encompassing the pathogen, vector, host, and clinical manifestations.
The primary route of transmission is vector-borne, through the bite of infected triatomine (\"kissing\") bugs. The parasite enters when a person scratches the bite, rubbing bug feces into the wound or mucous membranes. Other routes include mother-to-child (congenital), blood transfusions, organ transplants, and consumption of contaminated food or drink.
Período de Contagio: Varies by disease
Información del departamento de salud local y orientación de prevención específica del estado
Nuestra vigilancia impulsada por IA monitorea continuamente la actividad de Chagas Disease en todo Virginia. Rastreamos datos de departamentos de salud estatales, hospitales locales, informes del CDC y más de 50 fuentes de salud globales para proporcionar advertencia temprana de amenazas emergentes.
Reciba notificaciones instantáneas cuando la actividad de Chagas Disease aumenta en Virginia o en su condado específico.
Para alertas oficiales de salud del estado, ubicaciones de vacunación y orientación de salud pública específica de Virginia, visite el sitio web del departamento de salud de su estado.
Ya sea que viva en Virginia, viaje allí o tenga familia en el estado, comprender la Chagas Disease prevención es esencial. Siga estas medidas de prevención basadas en evidencia:
Si experimenta síntomas de Chagas Disease en Virginia, contacte a su proveedor de atención médica de inmediato. El diagnóstico y tratamiento tempranos mejoran significativamente los resultados.
Síntomas de emergencia: Si experimenta síntomas graves, dificultad para respirar o signos de deshidratación, llame al 911 o vaya a la sala de emergencias más cercana.
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Última revisión: 2026-06-29
No confirmed cases reported in Virginia yet. Here are the latest Chagas Disease reports from our global surveillance network.
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