Chagas Disease in Latin America Audra Zimmer University of Pittsburgh
Learning Objectives To learn about Chagas Disease To understand its affect on Latin America To recognize the attempts that have been made to control this disease To realize the ongoing challenges
Megaoesophagus Heart with Chronic Chagas Disease
T. Cruzi in a blood smear
Prevalence Now
Challenges and Problems
Globalization of Chagas Disease from endemic to non-endemic
Prevention
Conclusion
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