疾控中心警告南美锥虫病, 由「亲吻虫」传播, 可能在美国流行。
CDC warns Chagas disease, spread by "kissing bugs," could become endemic in the U.S.
据疾病预防控制中心称,恰加斯病是一种由“接吻虫”传播的致命寄生虫感染,可能会在美国流行。
Chagas disease, a deadly parasitic infection spread by "kissing bugs," may become endemic in the U.S., according to the CDC.
在32个州发现的这些昆虫能够通过粪便传播寄生虫,随着时间的推移导致严重的心脏问题。
These insects, found in 32 states, can transmit the parasite through their feces, leading to severe heart problems over time.
恰加斯目前在美洲 21 个国家流行,通常未被发现,并且可能保持休眠状态数十年。
Currently endemic in 21 countries in the Americas, Chagas is often undetected and can remain dormant for decades.
早期诊断和抗寄生虫疗法可以预防并发症。
Early diagnosis and anti-parasitic treatments can prevent complications.
疾病防治中心敦促采取谨慎和预防措施,防止接吻虫咬。
The CDC urges caution and preventive measures against kissing bug bites.