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What happens to blood donors who test positive for Chagas disease?
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July 19, 2018
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Description:Fast Facts
• CDC estimates 300,000 or more Trypanosoma cruzi-infected individuals of Hispanic origin currently live in the United States.
• Despite being counseled to seek medical care, only approximately 11% of Chagas seropositive blood donors have contacted CDC for consultation regarding treatment.
• Chagas disease may be life threatening even when the patient feels well. Evaluation and treatment can be life saving.
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July 19, 2018
a_test-positive_chagas_flyer_508.pdf
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