EL PASO (KVIA) — Health experts confirm kissing bugs are present in El Paso County. The insects carry the parasite that causes Chagas disease, a rare but potentially serious illness that can impact both humans and pets. Doctors say the disease often goes unnoticed because symptoms can be vague at first.
“Chagas disease is difficult to diagnose, and untreated it can lead to serious complications — even effecting the eyes or heart,” one local doctor explained.
The physician stressed the importance of not ignoring early warning signs…