Chagas disease is caused by a parasite. It is passed through the droppings of the triatomine bug.
People get Chagas disease through contact with the feces of infected triatomine bugs.
Bugs Commonly Confused with Triatomine Bugs
These bugs do not carry the parasite that causes Chagas disease, although they are closely related a...
To prevent Chagas disease, avoid contact with the triatomine (kissing) bug.
There are effective treatment options for people of all ages diagnosed with Chagas disease.
For Health Care and Public Health Professionals
Information on Species of Triatomine Bugs in the United States
Characteristics of species of triatomine bugs in the U.S. and the states they are found in.
Clinical Care of Chagas Disease
Antiparasitic treatment is necessary for all acute or reactivated Chagas cases.
Clinical Testing and Diagnosis for Chagas Disease
Diagnose Chagas disease by either identifying parasites (acute phase) or antibodies (chronic phase) ...Clinical Considerations for Congenital Chagas Disease
Identification and testing infants at risk of infection is critical to prevent Chagas disease in US.- Printable resources and links for more information on Chagas disease.