What happens to blood donors who test positive for Chagas disease?

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What happens to blood donors who test positive for Chagas disease?

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July 19, 2018
By Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)

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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

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Blood Donors Chagas Disease
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Fact Sheet
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