Understanding the 'Kissing Bug' Disease and Its Risks in Texas
Kissing bugs can transmit Chagas disease, which is increasingly reported in Texas. Learn about transmission, symptoms, and prevention of this parasitic illness affecting millions globally.
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Global Decline in Noncommunicable Disease Mortality from 2010 to 2019
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