研究人员指出,南美锥虫病通过接吻虫传播,现在在加利福尼亚影响高达10万人。 Chagas disease, spread by kissing bugs, now affects up to 100,000 in California, researchers say.

查加斯病是一种寄生虫病, 通过接吻虫传播, 已在加利福尼亚州和美国南部发现, 仅在加利福尼亚州就可能影响到10万人. Chagas disease, a parasitic illness transmitted by kissing bugs, has been found established in California and the Southern United States, potentially affecting up to 100,000 people in California alone. 多年来,这种疾病常常没有症状,可能导致严重的心脏和消化问题。 Often symptomless for years, the disease can lead to severe heart and digestive issues. 研究人员呼吁该疾病在美国被贴上地方病的标签,以提高认识和筹集资金。 Researchers are calling for the disease to be labeled endemic in the U.S. to boost awareness and funding.