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Is there chagas disease in costa rica?

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Dr. Jason Hemming answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Yes: It is common in central/south america.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Endemic: Yes. It is endemic in costa rica and surrounding countries. It is estimated that chagas disease will infect 16 to 18 million people each year.

Answered 2/13/2013

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