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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Chagas disease (CD) affects over 300,000 individuals in the USA.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment of CD prevent severe health complications.
  • Less than 1% of individuals with CD are diagnosed, with minimal routine screening in the USA.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a program designed to increase Chagas disease screening.
  • To address the low diagnosis rates of Chagas disease in the USA.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of a targeted screening program.
  • Focus on the Latin American-born population in Los Angeles.

Main Results:

  • The program led to an increase in Chagas disease screening.
  • Improved detection rates within the target demographic.

Conclusions:

  • Targeted programs can effectively enhance Chagas disease screening.
  • Addressing healthcare access barriers is crucial for managing endemic diseases in immigrant populations.