New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that leishmaniasis may be endemic in the U.S. The skin condition is spread by the bite of infected sandflies.
Leishmaniasis, a disease spread by a parasite carried by sand flies, is generally considered a tropical disease. Now, thanks to climate change, new research finds it's endemic to the United States.
A 'tropical disease' carried by sand flies is confirmed in a new country: the U.S. klcc.org - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from klcc.org Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
A 'tropical disease' carried by sand flies is confirmed in a new country: the U.S. kanw.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from kanw.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.