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What type of parasites are common in the south america?
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Several: There are many parasites in sa, including malaria (transmitted by mosquito), babesia (by ticks), schistosomas (wading in infected water), leishmania (by sandfly), toxoplasma (meat), entamoeba (food/water) & ascaris (food) to name a few. Simple precautions, including eating well cooked food, drinking boiled or filtered water, proper footwear & bug sprays will keep you safe. Enjoy your trip.
Answered 3/19/2014
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Parasites: South american parasites/ illnesses include: leishmania braziliensis, p. Falciparum (malaria), yellow fever, dengue fever, filariasis, onchocerciasis, trypanosomiasis, american chagas' disease, oropouche virus, plague & typhus.
Answered 9/17/2013
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