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County Health Officials Report First Locally Acquired Chagas Case

San Diego County confirms its first locally transmitted Chagas disease case

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The brief

County health officials have confirmed the first locally acquired case of Chagas disease, also described as the ‘kissing bug’ disease, in San Diego County. Coverage notes that routine blood testing uncovered the infection.

Officials may continue monitoring for additional cases; coverage does not yet specify further public‑health actions.

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Quick answers

What disease was reported?

Chagas disease, a parasitic infection transmitted by the triatomine or ‘kissing bug,’ was reported.

Where was the case identified?

The infection was identified in San Diego County, California, according to county health officials.

How was the case discovered?

Routine blood testing revealed the locally acquired case, as noted in the coverage.

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Topics

Chagas disease San Diego County locally acquired kissing bug public health

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